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Venezuela accuses US of 'extortion' over seizure of oil tankers

December 24, 2025

Venezuela has accused the United States of 'extortion' following the seizure of two Venezuelan oil tankers, describing the action as 'worse than piracy' during an emergency UN Security Council session. The US is also seeking a third tanker, with President Trump alleging that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is involved in drug trafficking.

People bathe in the sea as an oil tanker is seen anchored at the dock in the outskirts of 'El Palito' refinery on December 18, 2025 in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela

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Key Highlights

Venezuela claims US seizure of oil tankers is 'extortion'.
The Venezuelan ambassador called the seizure 'worse than piracy'.
An emergency UN Security Council session was convened to address the issue.
The US is reportedly pursuing a third Venezuelan oil tanker.
President Trump has accused Maduro of leading a drugs cartel.

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Venezuela accuses US of 'extortion' over seizure of oil tankers

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Venezuela accuses US of 'extortion' over seizure of oil tankers

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