U.S. Secures Higher Prices for Venezuelan Oil Following Maduro's Capture

U.S. Secures Higher Prices for Venezuelan Oil Following Maduro's Capture

The United States is obtaining approximately 30% higher prices for Venezuelan crude oil after the capture of former President Nicolás Maduro, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright.

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January 16, 2026
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U.S. Secures Higher Prices for Venezuelan Oil Following Maduro's Capture
U.S. Secures Higher Prices for Venezuelan Oil Following Maduro's Capture

CNBC • 16 Jan 02:15

The United States is obtaining approximately 30% higher prices for Venezuelan crude oil after the capture of former President Nicolás Maduro, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright.

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January 13, 2026
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Trump Considers Barring ExxonMobil from Venezuelan Investments After CEO's 'Uninvestable' Comment
Trump Considers Barring ExxonMobil from Venezuelan Investments After CEO's 'Uninvestable' Comment

The Guardian • 13 Jan 02:30

President Trump is contemplating excluding ExxonMobil from investing in Venezuela following CEO Darren Woods' remarks labeling the country as 'uninvestable' due to existing legal and commercial frameworks.

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January 12, 2026
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Trump Considers Excluding Exxon Mobil from Venezuelan Oil Ventures
Trump Considers Excluding Exxon Mobil from Venezuelan Oil Ventures

CNBC • 12 Jan 09:12

President Trump suggests barring Exxon Mobil from investing in Venezuela following CEO Darren Woods' remarks labeling the country as 'uninvestable.'

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Trump Considers Barring ExxonMobil from Venezuela After CEO's 'Uninvestable' Comment
Trump Considers Barring ExxonMobil from Venezuela After CEO's 'Uninvestable' Comment

Financial Times • 12 Jan 02:18

President Trump is contemplating excluding ExxonMobil from investing in Venezuela following CEO Darren Woods' characterization of the country as 'uninvestable' without significant reforms.

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Trump Considers Excluding ExxonMobil from Venezuelan Oil Ventures After CEO's Skepticism
Trump Considers Excluding ExxonMobil from Venezuelan Oil Ventures After CEO's Skepticism

AP News • 12 Jan 01:47

President Trump is considering barring ExxonMobil from participating in Venezuelan oil projects following CEO Darren Woods' remarks labeling the country as 'uninvestable.'

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January 09, 2026
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Trump Urges Oil Executives to Invest in Venezuela Amid Caution
Trump Urges Oil Executives to Invest in Venezuela Amid Caution

BBC • 09 Jan 22:07

President Trump met with oil industry leaders to encourage investment in Venezuela's oil sector, but executives expressed concerns over the country's current investment climate.

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January 07, 2026
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Venezuela to Transfer Up to 50 Million Barrels of Oil to U.S., Trump Announces
Venezuela to Transfer Up to 50 Million Barrels of Oil to U.S., Trump Announces

CNN • 07 Jan 00:54

President Donald Trump announced that Venezuela's interim government will transfer between 30 and 50 million barrels of oil to the United States, to be sold at market prices with proceeds managed by the U.S. administration.

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January 06, 2026
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U.S. Pressures Venezuela to Cut Ties with China and Russia, Partner Exclusively on Oil
U.S. Pressures Venezuela to Cut Ties with China and Russia, Partner Exclusively on Oil

ABC News • 06 Jan 22:01

The Trump administration has urged Venezuela's interim government to sever economic ties with China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba, and to collaborate solely with the U.S. on oil production.

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Venezuela's Oil Industry Faces Uncertain Future Amid Political Upheaval
Venezuela's Oil Industry Faces Uncertain Future Amid Political Upheaval

The New York Times • 06 Jan 19:33

Following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's oil production and its impact on global markets remain uncertain due to infrastructure challenges and geopolitical factors.

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January 05, 2026
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Trump Administration Engages U.S. Oil Companies on Venezuela's Energy Sector
Trump Administration Engages U.S. Oil Companies on Venezuela's Energy Sector

CNBC • 05 Jan 21:29

The Trump administration has initiated discussions with multiple U.S. oil companies regarding potential investments in Venezuela's energy infrastructure following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.

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Maduro's Arrest Casts Uncertainty Over Venezuela's Oil Industry
Maduro's Arrest Casts Uncertainty Over Venezuela's Oil Industry

CNBC • 05 Jan 04:01

The recent arrest of Nicolás Maduro has intensified scrutiny of Venezuela's oil sector, raising questions about control and future prospects.

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January 04, 2026
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U.S. Plans to Oversee Venezuela and Revitalize Its Oil Industry After Maduro's Capture
U.S. Plans to Oversee Venezuela and Revitalize Its Oil Industry After Maduro's Capture

ABC7 Los Angeles • 04 Jan 11:52

Following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. intends to oversee Venezuela and rebuild its oil infrastructure with American investment.

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U.S. Plans to Revitalize Venezuela's Oil Industry Amid Political Shift
U.S. Plans to Revitalize Venezuela's Oil Industry Amid Political Shift

NPR • 04 Jan 10:00

Following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. aims to involve American oil companies in rebuilding Venezuela's oil infrastructure, despite historical challenges and current market conditions.

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January 03, 2026
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U.S. Plans to Revitalize Venezuela's Oil Industry Following Maduro's Capture
U.S. Plans to Revitalize Venezuela's Oil Industry Following Maduro's Capture

The New York Times • 03 Jan 22:54

President Trump announces U.S. oil companies will rebuild Venezuela's oil infrastructure after the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.

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