politics
January 9, 2026
Trump says he’s canceled second wave of attacks on Venezuela
Trump said that at least $100 billion will be invested in Venezuela by U.S. oil giants.
TL;DR
- President Trump canceled a second military attack on Venezuela due to cooperation and prisoner releases.
- Venezuela has released a significant number of foreign and Venezuelan prisoners, including five Spanish nationals.
- The U.S. operation led to the capture of Nicolas Maduro and Cilia Flores, who face drug trafficking charges.
- Trump announced plans for "Big Oil" to invest at least $100 billion in Venezuela's oil and gas infrastructure.
- Venezuela will provide the U.S. with up to 50 million barrels of oil, controlled by Trump for the benefit of both nations.
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