Venezuela's government is pushing to criminalize the seizure of its oil tankers as former U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime. This geopolitical tension could impact global oil markets.
Russia vows full support for Venezuela as the UN Security Council prepares to discuss escalating U.S. hostilities, including a blockade of oil tankers. Read the latest on the Caribbean crisis.
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.
U.S. officials confirm pursuit of a third oil tanker near Venezuela on December 21, 2025, escalating maritime tensions. Get the latest details on this developing international security story.
U.S. authorities have seized an oil tanker near Venezuela, officials confirmed on December 20, 2025. The operation marks a significant escalation in maritime enforcement actions in the region.
The U.S. has interdicted a second vessel off Venezuela, enforcing President Trump's declared blockade of sanctioned oil tankers. This move disrupts global crude flows and heightens regional tensions.
U.S. forces intercept another sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating Trump's blockade. The move disrupts global crude flows and risks pushing oil prices higher. Get the latest details.
An analysis of the recent Ottawa-Alberta pipeline MOU reveals it creates new hurdles for development while failing to address key barriers like the tanker ban and Indigenous veto power.
The sanctioned oil tanker Kairos is stranded near Bulgaria's Black Sea coast following a suspected Ukrainian drone attack. Details on the incident and its implications.
Close to half a million Albertans have signed the Forever Canada petition, urging Premier Danielle Smith to hold a legislative vote on Alberta's future within Confederation instead of a divisive referendum.
An analysis argues Canada's West Coast tanker ban is a political symbol that overlooks decades of improved maritime safety and real risk areas, like the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Read the full critique.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith expresses her intent to work with British Columbia on energy policy, maintaining hope for support to lift the federal tanker ban. Explore the ongoing interprovincial dialogue.
The 1989 Exxon Valdez disaster casts a long shadow over Canada's northern pipeline discussions. Explore the enduring environmental fears and the debate over oil tanker safety.
British Columbia Premier David Eby expresses conditional support for new energy infrastructure while maintaining coastal protection measures. Learn about the balanced approach.
Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson apologizes for suggesting a Zoom meeting with Coastal First Nations over pipeline concerns, amid political fallout from a new Alberta energy deal.
A North Vancouver reader argues politicians do a disservice by ignoring oil spill risks, citing Exxon Valdez. Calls for informed pipeline debate in Canada.
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson states it's premature to draw conclusions about the British Columbia tanker ban's fate. Latest developments from Parliament Hill.
A new Canada-Alberta deal opens a path to amend the 2019 Oil Tanker Moratorium Act, potentially enabling bitumen exports from BC's North Coast to Asian markets.
BC Premier David Eby dismisses pipeline memorandum as distraction while First Nations leaders reaffirm tanker ban stance. Get the latest on energy policy developments.
B.C.'s NDP government and Coastal First Nations vow to fight new pipeline agreement between Ottawa and Alberta that could bypass tanker ban and environmental protections.
Prime Minister Mark Carney agrees to suspend clean electricity regulations in Alberta and consider adjusting the oil tanker ban to enable new pipeline construction. Read the full details.
Prime Minister Mark Carney implements oil tanker ban on British Columbia's coast. Learn about the environmental protection measures and regional impacts of this significant policy decision.
Experts highlight how the federal oil tanker ban creates significant challenges for northern British Columbia pipeline development amid ongoing Alberta negotiations.
B.C. Premier David Eby voices strong opposition to potential lifting of North Coast tanker ban, echoing Alberta's past frustrations with federal policies affecting provincial economies.
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson announces Ottawa is nearing clarity on the B.C. tanker ban. Get the latest updates on this critical energy policy decision affecting Canada's West Coast.
B.C. Premier David Eby defends federal oil tanker ban as crucial for Indigenous support of major projects while criticizing Alberta and Saskatchewan leaders. Read the latest political developments.
B.C. Premier David Eby says his government was not consulted about rumoured pipeline negotiations between Ottawa and Alberta, warning the project risks real jobs and prosperity.
Liberal MPs from British Columbia insist any modifications to the federal tanker ban must receive approval from both the provincial government and First Nations communities. Learn about the political implications.
Liberal MP Karina Gould predicts contentious debate over lifting BC oil tanker ban as Ottawa negotiates with Alberta. Coastal communities' voices crucial in national conversation.
A Turkish tanker carrying liquefied petroleum gas was struck by Russian drones in Ukraine's Odesa region, raising global energy security concerns as winter approaches. Read the latest developments.