Venezuela Extends State of Economic Emergency
The state of economic emergency began this April. Photo: Social media. Guacamaya, August 11, 2025. The Venezuelan government announced this…
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Reuters: Chevron-Chartered Oil Tankers Return to Venezuela
At least three oil tankers chartered by Chevron were reportedly sailing toward Venezuela on Thursday, according to Reuters.
Malaysia and Panama Take Action Against Sanctioned Oil Transport
In a coordinated move against the trade of sanctioned crude, Malaysia has imposed strict regulations on illegal oil transfers in its waters, while Panama has closed its doors to high-risk, aging vessels. Although pressure on the so-called “shadow fleet” is increasing, historical experience shows that such measures often face structural limitations and the constant reinvention of evasion networks.
Chevron to Resume Venezuelan Crude Exports in August in “Limited Quantities”
According to its CEO, the initial shipments will help settle part of the company’s outstanding debt and gradually restore production….
Bloomberg: Chevron to Pay the Venezuelan State With Crude Oil
U.S. energy corporation Chevron will pay the Venezuelan government in oil instead of bolivars or other currencies, according to sources consulted by Bloomberg.
Cartel de Los Soles Designated as Terrorist Group With Omission of New Responsible Individuals
The Department of the Treasury did not name any new specific individuals on the list of sanctioned persons beyond the…
Sanctions: The Undeclared War That Kills as Much — or More — Than Bombs: A Youth Reflection on the New Study Published in The Lancet
A recent study in The Lancet Global Health offers a disturbing response. Based on data from 152 countries over five decades, the research finds that unilateral economic sanctions—especially those imposed by the United States—are associated with more than 560,000 deaths per year. The majority of these deaths occur among the most vulnerable: children under five and older adults.
Minister Jorge Márquez: Venezuela to Reactivate Electricity Supply to Colombia and Brazil
Venezuela’s Minister of Electric Energy, Jorge Márquez, announced on Wednesday that agreements have been established to reactivate electricity supply to Colombia and Brazil.
Repsol Maintains Its Commitment to Venezuela Despite Sanctions and Seeks Agreement with U.S. to Monetize Its Production
Repsol remains “hopeful of finding some kind of framework” to “monetize” its production in Venezuela amid ongoing discussions with the U.S. government under Donald Trump, as stated by the group’s CEO, Josu Jon Imaz, during the presentation of its first-half earnings.
WSJ: Trump Administration Allows Chevron to Continue Oil Production in Venezuela
The administration of President Donald Trump has issued a license allowing Chevron to produce oil in Venezuela despite existing sanctions, according to sources consulted by The Wall Street Journal.