Key Highlights
- Trump orders a total blockade of sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela.
- The move is part of an escalating campaign against Nicolás Maduro's government.
- The U. S. has increased military presence in the region with thousands of troops and warships.
- Trump claims Venezuela is surrounded by the largest naval force in South America.
- He stated the blockade will remain until Venezuela returns U. S. assets.
