US forces have seized the Marinera, a 300-metre oil tanker that had been tracked for days as it moved north through the Atlantic, in an operation that drew attention from multiple governments and militaries.

According to reporting, the ship was not carrying oil at the time it was boarded, but officials and analysts said it remained of interest because of its links to sanctions-evasion networks and wider geopolitical tensions. The vessel has been described as part of the “shadow” or “ghost” fleets used by countries including Russia, Iran and Venezuela to move cargo and fuel while attempting to avoid western ...

International reactions intensified after reports emerged that Nicolás Maduro had been captured, an event that has added new uncertainty to Venezuela’s political and economic outlook. Governments across the region and beyond are closely watching developments as details continue to emerge.

The situation has renewed focus on Venezuela’s vast oil and gas resources, which have long been central to its economy and international relations. Energy analysts say any shift in leadership could have significant implications for oil production, investment conditions, and sanctions policy.

Markets and energy companies are assessing potential impacts on global oil supply, while diplomats weigh how the reported developments may ...

The United States launched military strikes on targets inside Venezuela, including military facilities, as part of an expanded campaign against the government of President Nicolás Maduro, according to reporting by CBS News.

US officials said President Donald Trump ordered the operation, which followed months of increased US military presence in the region. Trump later said that Maduro and his wife were captured and flown out of the country during what he described as a large-scale strike.

The strikes came after the deployment of major US naval assets in the Caribbean, including the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford. In recent weeks, the ...

A series of explosions struck parts of Caracas overnight, with residents reporting loud blasts, aircraft activity, and power outages in several districts. Venezuelan authorities said military and civilian areas were hit, including locations near major military installations.

The government of Venezuela accused the United States of carrying out air strikes, describing the operation as an attempt to seize strategic resources such as oil and minerals and undermine the country’s political independence. President Nicolás Maduro declared a state of emergency and called for national unity in response.

US officials confirmed that a military operation was under way but declined to provide detailed public ...

Loud explosions were reported across parts of Caracas, prompting emergency responses and widespread concern among residents. Venezuelan authorities later confirmed that the blasts were linked to an air strike, though details about the targets and extent of damage remain limited.

Security forces were deployed to affected areas as officials urged the public to remain indoors. Images and videos circulating online showed flashes in the sky and smoke rising from parts of the city, while transport and daily activity were temporarily disrupted.

The government said assessments were under way to determine the impact of the strike, including possible casualties and infrastructure damage. No ...