US seizes sanctioned oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says
Summary
The US has seized a sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela's coast, escalating tensions as President Trump confirms the move, which has driven oil prices higher.
Key Points
- The US seized a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, escalating tensions between Washington and Caracas.
- President Donald Trump confirmed the seizure and indicated the US will keep the oil.
- The Venezuelan government condemned the action as piracy and vowed to defend its sovereignty.
- Oil prices rose following the seizure, impacting global oil markets and geopolitical dynamics.
