war-incidentsJan 9, 2026
Trump's Maritime Blockade Strategy Targets Venezuela's Oil
The New York Times explores Trump's maritime blockade against Venezuela, signaling a new phase in global maritime tensions over oil exports.
Blockade
6 articles found with keyword "Blockade"
energyJan 5, 2026
Ghost Tankers Defy US Sanctions on Venezuelan Oil Trade
Venezuela's oil trade flourishes as ghost tankers evade US sanctions, highlighting the limitations of maritime enforcement under Trump's policies.
shippingDec 31, 2025
Foreign Tankers Continue to Defy U.S. Sanctions in Venezuela
Foreign-flagged tankers are arriving in Venezuela, undermining U.S. sanctions and complicating maritime enforcement efforts.
energyDec 29, 2025
Trump Orders Total Blockade on Venezuelan Oil Tankers
Trump enforces a blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers, citing national security and ties to terrorism, following the seizure of the M/T Skipper.
war-incidentsDec 18, 2025
Maduro Escalates Naval Tensions with U.S. Over Oil Blockade
Maduro orders navy to escort oil tankers, risking U.S. conflict amid ongoing sanctions and military operations in the Caribbean.
portsJan 1, 2000
Activists blockade bulk carrier in France: "Stop deforestation!"
On June 7, Greenpeace activists visited the port of Saint-Nazaire, France, to block a bulker arriving from Brazil.