Venezuela-US Tensions Escalate: Sanctions, Strikes, and Maduro’s Oil Diplomacy in 2026
US-Venezuela relations reached a critical flashpoint in early 2026, marked by unprecedented airstrikes, naval blockades, and a war of words over oil reserves and regional security. President Nicolás Maduro’s government faces mounting pressure from the Trump administration’s aggressive measures, including targeted military actions and tightened sanctions, while offering pragmatic concessions on energy cooperation and anti-drug … Read more