> At a Glance
> – President Trump says Venezuela will deliver up to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S.
> – Nicolás Maduro and his wife were injured during a U.S. special-forces raid in Caracas
> – European nations resist Trump administration overtures toward Greenland
> – Why it matters: The moves signal a major shift in U.S. foreign policy and energy strategy
President Trump announced that Venezuela will transfer between 30 million and 50 million barrels of oil to the United States, days after an audacious U.S. military operation in Caracas left Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro wounded and in custody.
Venezuela Operation Details
U.S. special forces stormed Maduro’s hiding place, injuring both him and his wife, Cilia Flores, according to a U.S. official and another person briefed on the raid.
The nighttime operation targeted the longtime leader days after Washington escalated pressure on his government.
European Pushback on Greenland
France’s foreign minister said Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured him the administration has “ruled out” using military force to acquire Greenland.
Despite that assurance, the White House confirmed it is still weighing deploying troops to seize the self-governing Danish territory.
Key European allies have voiced opposition:
- Denmark reaffirmed Greenland’s sovereignty
- France warned against coercion
- Germany urged diplomatic solutions
Ukraine Security Pledge
In a first, the United States formally endorsed a multinational pledge to guarantee Ukraine’s security, agreeing to binding commitments if Russia attacks again.
The pledge aligns Washington with a broad coalition of Kyiv’s allies.
| Action | Status |
|---|---|
| Venezuela oil transfer | Announced by Trump |
| Maduro capture | Injured, in custody |
| Greenland military option | Under review |
| Ukraine security pledge | U.S. backs allies’ plan |
Key Takeaways
- Trump claims a major oil deal with Venezuela following the dramatic raid
- Maduro’s arrest marks a bold U.S. intervention in Venezuelan politics
- European allies are resisting Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland
- Washington has now committed to defending Ukraine alongside its allies
The flurry of moves underscores the administration’s willingness to use military leverage to reshape global energy and security arrangements.
