Venezuela accuses Trinidad and Tobago of taking part in US seizure of oil tanker

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Tiago Rogero South America correspondent and agenciesDecember 15, 2025 at 09:06 PM

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Venezuela accused Trinidad and Tobago of assisting the US in seizing an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast on December 10th. The tanker was believed to be carrying nearly two million barrels of Venezuelan crude oil. Venezuela condemned the seizure as piracy and a violation of international law. This accusation follows Trinidad and Tobago's recent agreement to allow the US military access to its airports and the installation of a US radar system. In response, Venezuela terminated all natural gas supply agreements with Trinidad and Tobago, including negotiations regarding the Dragon gas field. Venezuela alleges Trinidad and Tobago has adopted a hostile stance and is acting as a US proxy against them.

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Trinidad and Tobago ×280% United States ×280% Nicolás Maduro ×2100% Donald Trump 100% Venezuela ×3100%

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venezuela 100% oil tanker seizure 90% trinidad and tobago 90% us sanctions 70% us military 60% natural gas supply 60% piracy 50% oil theft 50% international law 50%