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Oil Agreement Between the US and Venezuela Sparks Controversy and Clarifications

The recent oil deal between the US and Venezuela raises reactions, including Venezuela's assertion of maintaining control.

7 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The oil agreement between the United States and Venezuela, announced by President Donald Trump, is generating controversy and uncertainty. Trump described the pact as "the biggest in history," leading to debates in the media and among analysts.

Venezuela has stated that despite the agreement, it will retain "control and ownership" over its oil, which includes a significant portion of the world's crude reserves. This clarification was crucial for the Venezuelan government's position on exploration.

The situation is complex, as Alejandro Betancourt, a billionaire linked to business controversies and mentioned in various reports, is highlighted as a central figure in the deal. His relationship with the agreement fuels discussions about the legitimacy and intentions behind the deal.

Reactions to the agreement are mixed, with many criticisms and concerns about the impact it may have both on Venezuela and on international relations, particularly between the US and Latin America.

So far, there is no consensus on the practical effects of the agreement, and new details continue to emerge, intensifying the controversy surrounding the issue.

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