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.
Rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela over oil resources and seized tankers could have significant ripple effects for Canada's energy security and foreign policy. Analysis of the potential impacts.
As U.S. forces intercept Venezuelan oil shipments, experts debate Washington's true motives: oil, regime change, or a geopolitical struggle with Russia and China?
Gold prices hover near record highs of US$4,500 an ounce. Discover how Canadian investors are buying gold and the key factors, from U.S. monetary policy to geopolitical tensions, driving this historic rally.
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.
U.S. President Donald Trump held a political event with Senator Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth during his Florida vacation, as diplomatic tensions with Venezuela escalate. Details from the AP report.
Gold and silver prices surged to unprecedented levels, driven by escalating global tensions and expectations of U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts. Discover the factors fueling this historic rally and what it means for investors.
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.
U.S. officials confirm the interdiction and seizure of a vessel off the coast of Venezuela in December 2025. Get the latest details on this maritime security operation.
In a significant diplomatic move, the foreign ministers of Iran and the United Kingdom engaged in rare direct communication. This contact marks a potential shift in bilateral relations during a period of heightened global instability.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva issues a stark warning against military intervention in Venezuela, highlighting the risk of a massive humanitarian disaster. Read his full statement.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza conflict, and Venezuela tensions in a wide-ranging news conference on December 19, 2025. Get the key details.
Mark Carney held his first virtual meeting with Canada's premiers since the Ottawa-Alberta MOU. Talks focused on pipeline tensions, U.S. tariffs, and economic uncertainty. Read the latest.
Brazilian and Mexican leaders are engaging in urgent diplomacy to prevent escalation between the U.S. and Venezuela. Read the latest on this developing international crisis.
Tucker Carlson wrongly predicted President Trump would declare war on Venezuela in a national address. The claim, based on a tip, drew mockery and conspiracy theories online. Read the full story.
The U.S. has approved a major arms sale to Taiwan valued over US$10 billion, a move certain to escalate tensions with China. Get the details on the deal and its geopolitical implications.
Turkey warns Russia and Ukraine over Black Sea security after shooting down an unmanned aerial vehicle, urging restraint to prevent regional escalation. Read the latest.
The U.S. House is set to vote on resolutions to impose limits on former President Trump's military actions against Venezuela and drug cartels. Defense Secretary briefed Congress on strikes.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum appeals to the United Nations to intervene and prevent potential violence in Venezuela. Read the urgent diplomatic call.
Global markets react as former President Trump orders a blockade of oil tankers to Venezuela, sending oil prices higher. Meanwhile, Canadian stocks show gains amid domestic news.
President Trump announces a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers bound for Venezuela, escalating military pressure to cripple the Maduro regime's economy. Read the latest on this major foreign policy move.
President Trump escalates pressure on Maduro, ordering a blockade to stop sanctioned oil tankers from reaching Venezuela. The move marks a significant hardening of U.S. policy.
A classified Senate briefing erupted into a heated exchange between Sen. Mark Kelly and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over U.S. military strikes and a probe into a video. Get the full story on this political confrontation.
Analysis of the Trump administration's renewed pressure campaign on Venezuela. Explore the geopolitical motives and potential consequences for the region. Read the full report.
Trinidad and Tobago grants U.S. military access to its airports as regional tensions with Venezuela escalate. The move follows recent military exercises in the Caribbean nation.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado sustained injuries while escaping Venezuela, her spokesperson confirms. Details on the incident and the ongoing political situation.