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Venezuela Oil Claims in Doubt After Maduro Capture

The future of billions of barrels of Venezuelan oil claimed by foreign state-owned firms is uncertain after the U.S. detained President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest analysis on the global energy implications.

Canadian Oil Stocks Drop After Maduro's U.S. Capture

Canadian energy stocks declined after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on drug charges, sparking market volatility and concerns over future oil supply. Read the full analysis.

Trump's Venezuela Oil Plan Faces Major Hurdles

Former President Trump's proposal to seize and revitalize Venezuela's oil industry confronts significant legal and geopolitical challenges. Analysis details the complex hurdles ahead.

Venezuela Oil Revival Needs Years, Major Investment

Trump's plan for US firms to revitalize Venezuela's oil post-Maduro capture won't impact prices soon. Analysts say rebuilding decayed infrastructure requires a decade and $100B. Explore the global energy implications.

Venezuela's fuel exports cut to minimum, storage full

Venezuela's oil storage tanks are reportedly filled with residual fuel as exports are slashed to a minimum, according to Reuters sources. Explore the details and implications of this significant development in the global energy sector.

Gold Surges 70% in 2025, Dollar Bears Emerge

Gold prices skyrocketed nearly 70% in 2025, their strongest performance since the 1979 oil crisis, as investors seek safe havens. Explore the market forces of a 'Goldilocks' scenario and a weakening US dollar.

Oil steadies as risks counter glut outlook

Crude oil finds balance as Venezuela, Russia tensions offset fears of a global surplus. WTI holds near $58, but heads for steep annual decline on OPEC+ output.

Billionaire loses appeal to lift Canadian sanctions

Igor Makarov, a billionaire former Russian oligarch, has failed to convince a Canadian court to lift sanctions freezing $145 million in assets. The court cited his deep ties to Russia's gas sector and dealings with Vladimir Putin.

Nutrien Sells $900M Assets, Focuses on Potash

Nutrien, the world's largest potash producer, sells $900 million in assets to sharpen its focus on Saskatchewan's booming potash sector, as global demand surges. Read the full strategic shift.

EU's $105B Ukraine Deal Amid Trump's Sanctions Shift

The EU's watered-down $105 billion aid plan for Ukraine reveals a fractured front, while signals from the Trump White House suggest a dramatic pivot in U.S. policy towards Russia and its allies.

Venezuela Seeks to Criminalize Oil Tanker Seizures

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.

Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bombing

A senior Russian military commander, Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, was killed by a car bomb in Moscow. Investigators suggest Ukrainian involvement in the latest high-profile attack. Read the full report.

U.S. seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

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.

U.S. Crypto Cheers 2025 Wins, But 2026 May Fizzle

The U.S. cryptocurrency sector is celebrating significant regulatory and market wins in 2025. However, analysts warn the party may not last as political and economic headwinds gather for the coming year.

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