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Venezuela's Money Troubles: What's Next?

December 18, 2025

Venezuela is in a tough spot. The U. S. has put a blockade on oil tankers, which is their main way of making money. This move is part of a bigger plan to put pressure on President Nicolas Maduro's government. The U. S. has been doing a lot to make things difficult for Maduro, like building up their

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US Military Takes Aim at Drug Trafficking in the Pacific

December 16, 2025

The US military has recently taken action against suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Pacific Ocean. They claim to have targeted three boats, resulting in the deaths of eight individuals. The US Southern Command shared footage of these strikes on social media, stating that the vessels were mov

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A Giant Oil Ship's Journey to Houston

December 12, 2025

A massive oil tanker, the Skipper, is on its way to Houston after being taken over by the U. S. near Venezuela. This move is part of a bigger plan to put pressure on Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro. The Skipper is carrying a huge amount of Venezuelan oil, about 1. 85 million barrels. But it's to

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U. S. Takes Venezuelan Oil Tanker: What's Really Going On?

December 12, 2025

The U. S. has taken control of a Venezuelan oil tanker, and they plan to keep the oil. This move is part of a bigger plan to stop illegal oil and drug trafficking. The tanker, called "The Skipper, " was seized because it was used to transport oil illegally. The U. S. says this action is not about st

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The Bold Rescue of a Venezuelan Hero

December 11, 2025

In a daring move, a private team pulled off a risky rescue mission. They smuggled Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado out of her country. The journey took about 15 to 16 hours. Most of that time was spent battling rough seas. Bryan Stern, a U. S. special forces veteran, led the operati

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Behind the Scenes: US Prepares for a Post-Maduro Venezuela

December 9, 2025

The US government is secretly working on plans for what might happen if Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro steps down. This isn't just about moving troops around; it's about figuring out what comes next if Maduro leaves, whether he goes willingly or is forced out. Inside the White House, different

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Venezuela's Brave Leader to Accept Nobel Prize Amidst Threats

December 6, 2025

Maria Corina Machado, a prominent figure in Venezuelan politics, is set to journey to Oslo. She will receive the Nobel Peace Prize on December 10th. The Nobel Institute's head, Kristian Berg Harpviken, confirmed this news. He shared that he spoke with Machado the night before. She assured him of her

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Pope's Stance on Venezuela: A Call for Dialogue Over Force

December 3, 2025

Pope Leo XIV, the first North American to hold the position, has made headlines again. This time, he's urging U. S. President Donald Trump to avoid using military force to remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from power. Instead, the Pope suggests seeking a peaceful agreement for Maduro to ste

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Venezuela Delays Debate on U. S. Naval Strikes

December 2, 2025

Venezuela's government has put off a special meeting to talk about setting up a team to look into recent U. S. military actions. These actions targeted boats suspected of moving drugs near Venezuela and in the Pacific Ocean. The meeting was moved to Tuesday, but no one said why it was delayed. The

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Venezuela's President Faces Tight Spot After Trump Talks

December 2, 2025

Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro, is in a tough spot. He wanted to leave his country but had some big asks. He spoke with U. S. President Donald Trump last month. Trump said no to most of what Maduro wanted. Maduro asked for a clean slate. He wanted legal protection for himself and his family. He