U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Vessel, Sparks Political Tensions

The U.S. is preparing to seize an oil vessel linked to Venezuela at a U.S. port. The Justice Department has approved a warrant to confiscate the oil cargo, according to White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt. This move could escalate tensions between the two nations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 12-12-2025 00:07 IST | Created: 12-12-2025 00:07 IST
U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Vessel, Sparks Political Tensions
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The United States is set to intercept an oil vessel connected to Venezuela, following a legal approval from the Justice Department to seize its cargo. This action will take place at a U.S. port, according to White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt.

The government's move to capture the vessel's oil cargo signifies escalating political maneuvers involving the U.S. and Venezuela. It highlights the complex geopolitics entangled in the global oil trade.

The situation has attracted significant attention, as this legal procedure may further strain the already tense relations between the two countries, reflecting broader international economic dynamics.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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