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Trump Administration Venezuela Oil Deal
Trump administration announces historic agreement giving U.S. control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves.
WHAT'S CONFIRMED
- ▸Trump says U.S. has secured deal to take control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil. — NPR World, Washington Post World
NOT REPORTED ELSEWHERE
- ▸Deal involves U.S. taking more direct control due to crime and logistical challenges discouraging private investors. — Washington Post World
- ▸Venezuela's interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy. — BBC World