A major geopolitical crisis is unfolding as President Donald Trump announces a “total and complete” oil blockade against Venezuela, targeting more than 30 sanctioned tankers operating in Venezuelan waters. Backed by a strong U.S. naval presence in the Caribbean, the move strikes directly at the lifeline of President Nicolás Maduro’s regime—oil exports that account for over 90% of government revenue.
With Venezuelan crude shipments already plunging and fears of fuel shortages growing, analysts warn the blockade could cut exports in half and trigger economic collapse. Maduro has responded with defiance, ordering naval escorts for tankers and leaning on support from Russia, China, and Iran, raising the risk of a dangerous international confrontation.
As U.S. warships tighten the noose and tensions soar, the question remains: can Nicolás Maduro withstand Trump’s most aggressive pressure campaign yet, or is Venezuela on the brink of full-scale conflict?
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