The United States military has taken control of a sixth oil tanker connected to Venezuela. This happened in the Caribbean Sea. The US is trying to stop Venezuela's oil exports. They are also enforcing a blockade on ships.
This action is part of President Trump's plan. He wants to control Venezuela and its oil. This has made other countries in the region worried.
The tanker is called the Veronica. It left Venezuela empty in January. It was sailing under a flag from Guyana. US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said the operation was perfect. The US Southern Command stated that only oil leaving Venezuela legally will be allowed.
The US also recently took action against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Delcy Rodríguez became Venezuela's president after that. President Trump will also meet with opposition leader María Corina Machado. These actions seem designed to weaken Maduro's government.
Venezuela's oil industry is much smaller now. Last year, it produced much less oil than before. Experts say oil prices are too low for new investment. Venezuela needs higher oil prices to make more money from its oil.
The future is unclear because of these US actions. This creates a difficult situation in the region. Venezuela's government must deal with its own problems. It also faces pressure from the United States. Many people are waiting to see what happens next.