Category: Maduro, Nicolas

A Seized Oil Tanker and the Big Business of Dark Fleet Smuggling

The U.S. seizure of a vessel off Venezuela is likely to squeeze the country’s government, but do little to counter the tankers that secretively move oil from sanctioned countries.
‘Men of War’ Review: Soldier of Misfortune

The documentary recounts a slapdash attempt in 2020 to overthrow the president of Venezuela, led by a former Green Beret.
Top Bidder for Citgo Is Elliott Management, Court Master Says

The sale, which requires a judge’s approval, would help compensate foreign companies owed billions of dollars by the government of Venezuela, which owns Citgo.
Elon Musk Blasts Venezuela’s Maduro in an Escalating War of Words

Mr. Musk, who has long criticized leftist politicians, called President Nicolás Maduro a “dictator” and compared him to a donkey.
The Head Spinning Reality of Venezuela’s Economy

The New York Times – Business:
After years of extreme scarcity, some Venezuelans lead lives of luxury as others scrape by. The nation of grinding scarcity has increasingly become one of haves and have-nots.
Gustavo Dudamel: A Maestro at a Crossroads

The New York Times – Music:
“I’m not a young conductor anymore,” Dudamel said as he prepares to leave Los Angeles in 2026 to lead the New York Philharmonic.
U.S. Allows Chevron to Expand Energy Operations in Venezuela

The New York Times – Business:
The license, limited in scope, was issued amid the resumption of talks between the Venezuelan government and opposition, and comes as President Nicolás Maduro desperately needs to improve the economy.