Trump's Oil Move: A Bold Economic Play

U.S. President Donald Trump announced his administration's extraction of 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela. The move aims to sell the oil on the open market, impacting global prices. Trump highlighted this strategy as a method to reduce oil costs, emphasizing ongoing operations in the Venezuelan region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-01-2026 02:18 IST | Created: 21-01-2026 02:18 IST
Trump's Oil Move: A Bold Economic Play
Donald Trump

In a surprising economic maneuver, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that his administration has extracted 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela. This operation, conducted within just four days, showcases the U.S.'s strategic intent in the international oil market.

Trump, addressing reporters at the White House, emphasized the administration's ongoing efforts to sell these resources on the open market. The primary goal, he noted, is to drive down global oil prices, which could potentially ease energy costs domestically and worldwide.

The move signifies a bold economic stance, further complicating the geopolitical landscape surrounding Venezuelan oil supplies. As millions more barrels remain, the world watches closely to see the broader impacts of the U.S.'s actions in this region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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