President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Venezuela’s interim authorities will deliver 30-50 million barrels of high-quality sanctioned oil to the United States. Trump made the statement via Truth Social.
Trump expressed satisfaction: “Have pleasure announcing Venezuela interim authorities will deliver to US 30 to 50 million barrels high-quality oil under sanctions.”
Personal revenue control
Trump emphasized personally controlling oil sale revenues: “This oil will sell at market prices and money controlled by me, President of United States, ensuring used to benefit Venezuelan and American people!”
Strategic context
Announcement follows recent US military operation capturing President Nicolas Maduro and wife from Caracas on weapons/drug charges. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez declared seven-day national mourning for attack casualties.
Venezuela faces comprehensive US sanctions targeting oil exports funding Maduro regime. Trump’s intervention ensures sanctioned oil revenues redirected through US-controlled mechanism benefiting both nations per presidential directive.
Source: CNA
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