Trump touts US-Venezuela oil pact promising majority control of vast reserves
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Trump announced a private-sector-backed US oil deal with Venezuela, claiming majority US control of more than 65 billion barrels of proven reserves, but details remain undisclosed. The move aims to secure crude for US refineries and replenish the strategic reserve amid election pressure, while opponents label it a land grab and reports discuss possible direct stakes in fields and large investments.
- Trump announces new US oil agreement with Venezuela The Guardian
- Trump Administration Live Updates: President Says U.S. to Take Control of Big Portion of Venezuelan Oil The New York Times
- US and Venezuela reach 'historic' oil deal, Trump says BBC
- Trump secures vast, potentially costly U.S. stake in Venezuelan oil industry The Washington Post
- Trump says U.S. now has majority control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves CBS News
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