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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Oil, dollar, and arms sales – The real causes of the war

The article discusses the geopolitical implications of U.S.-Iran relations and the hidden economic interests behind the conflict, particularly in oil and strategic minerals.

Mar 2 • 09:23 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Only Fico and Orbán are dependent on Russian oil, not us

The article critiques Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's stance on halting Russian oil supplies, suggesting it serves political purposes rather than the interests of Slovakia.

Feb 25 • 15:11 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

Washington Requests Ukraine to Consider US Economic Interests When Attacking Russian Infrastructure

The US has urged Ukraine to consider American economic interests while conducting attacks on Russian infrastructure, particularly in light of Kazakhstan's oil exports.

Feb 25 • 08:02 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Fico on the eve of the anniversary of the Russian invasion / Stopped emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine. The opposition speaks of treason

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has halted emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine, citing a declared oil emergency in Slovakia and threatening further reciprocal measures if Ukraine damages Slovakia's interests.

Feb 23 • 16:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Ukraine War: Why Greece Rejects the New EU Sanctions Against Russia

Greece opposes new EU sanctions against Russia, citing economic interests and the profitability of shipping Russian oil.

Feb 19 • 13:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Where are you going, Venezuela?

The article discusses the current confusion and uncertainties in Venezuela's political and economic landscape, while highlighting the strategic interests of the U.S. in the region's oil reserves.

Feb 17 • 12:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Tony Blair’s oil lobbying is a misleading rehash of fossil fuel industry spin

The Tony Blair Institute's latest report advocating for increased North Sea oil and gas production has been criticized for its misleading claims and ties to fossil fuel interests.

Feb 13 • 00:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Merz in Saudi Arabia: Partners Who Do Not Share All Values and Interests

Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to elevate relations with Saudi Arabia during his visit, despite past controversies surrounding Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman.

Feb 5 • 01:52 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Press Freedom in Namibia: President's Children with Oil Interests? Who Wants to Know?

Namibia's presidential family is accused of involvement in the country's oil and gas industry, leading to a sensitive reaction from President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during a cabinet meeting that included journalists.

Feb 4 • 13:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Analysis of Donald Trump's Claims on Oil from Russia

The show host Anjana Om Kashyap analyzed President Donald Trump's claims regarding India's potential halt on crude oil purchases from Russia, clarifying that any such decision would be based on economic interests rather than external pressure.

Feb 3 • 16:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'No compromise on farmers' interests ... will buy oil from Venezuela', government's statement on trade deal

The Indian government's statement emphasizes the protection of farmers' interests in the India-US trade deal and includes strategic energy purchases, alongside assurances for the dairy sector.

Feb 3 • 11:17 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

How the Trump Administration Yielded to India?

The article discusses India's agreement to increase oil purchases from the U.S. while halting purchases from Russia, amidst strong stances taken by India regarding its crucial interests.

Feb 3 • 09:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Compromise with the Interests of Farmers, Oil and Announcement from America... What Questions is the Opposition Raising on the US Trade Deal?

India and the US shocked the world with the announcement of a trade deal that includes significant tariff reductions on Indian goods and promises of increased imports from the US, while sparking political debate regarding its implications for farmers and economic policy.

Feb 3 • 09:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Trump sent the CIA chief to speak with the President of Venezuela on the same day he met with the opposition leader

Trump's administration is attempting to maintain contact with Venezuelan leaders while balancing interests in oil and democracy amid internal divisions regarding the visit of opposition leader María Corina Machado.

Jan 16 • 13:59 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
National & Local

A Tale of Two Meetings: Trump Chooses Oil Over Democracy

The article discusses former President Trump's preference for oil interests over democratic values in his engagements.

Jan 16 • 08:02 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Division in the White House over María Corina Machado's visit: some want oil and others democracy

The White House is divided over María Corina Machado's visit, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio pushing for political change while Special Envoy Richard Grenell supports business interests.

Jan 16 • 03:51 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
World

Iran longs for freedom, while Trump probably longs for oil. The network of allies is crumbling for Russia, describes Taterová

The article discusses Iran's desire for freedom, Trump's interests in oil, and the disintegration of Russia's network of allies, as analyzed by Taterová.

Jan 14 • 23:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

From Venezuelan Oil to Greenland Minerals: America's Strategy to Escape Its Crises

The article discusses how the United States is attempting to export its deep internal crises through foreign policy, which has shifted from managing stable interests to creating tension and chaos as a means of addressing domestic failures.

Jan 14 • 05:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Venezuela: Who has the oil can prevent progress

The article discusses the geopolitical situation in Venezuela, where the U.S. is openly pursuing oil interests without the pretense of promoting democracy, contrasting current actions with past interventions.

Jan 11 • 14:20 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Four tankers that left Venezuela in 'dark mode' return as US eyes the country's oil

Four tankers that departed Venezuela with their transponders off have returned, coinciding with U.S. interests in acquiring Venezuelan oil after recent government actions against Nicolás Maduro.

Jan 10 • 19:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Myths of the Venezuelan economy: 'There is a lot of oil, but it is neither the cheapest to extract nor of the best quality'

The article discusses the complexities of Venezuela's oil industry amidst political turmoil and international interests in its resources following the capture of Nicolás Maduro.

Jan 9 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Delcy Rodríguez promises to open the national economy to please Washington

Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president of Venezuela, has proposed a ten-point plan to the National Assembly aimed at aligning the country's economy with U.S. interests, particularly focusing on oil, electricity, and technology.

Jan 8 • 17:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Delcy Rodríguez: "Drug trafficking and human rights were the excuse, the reason was oil"

Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez asserts that drug trafficking and human rights issues were merely excuses for U.S. interests in Venezuela's oil, while normalizing economic relations between the two nations.

Jan 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

JD Vance: We control Venezuela by controlling its treasury

American Vice President JD Vance explained how the U.S. controls Venezuela by allowing the country to sell oil only if it serves American national interests, as reported by Fox News.

Jan 7 • 21:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Venezuela: More Plans for the Oil Industry than for the Government

The article discusses the strategic interests of the Trump administration in Venezuela, particularly focusing on securing access to oil reserves amidst internal political conflicts.

Jan 6 • 07:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Dethroning Maduro: Why Trump's Interests in Venezuela Go Beyond Oil

The U.S. government is focused on resources and political influence, with an expert advising Europe to prepare for potential ramifications, including an attack on Greenland.

Jan 5 • 20:29 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Venezuela: How will crude oil prices move? What is China afraid of

The article discusses the implications of U.S. actions in Venezuela under President Donald Trump and their potential impact on global oil prices and China's interests.

Jan 5 • 09:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

EMILY THORNBERRY: Trump's Venezuela strikes about oil not drugs - and must be called out

Emily Thornberry critiques US military actions in Venezuela, asserting they are driven by oil interests rather than drug concerns and cautions that such actions may strengthen Russia and China's positions.

Jan 4 • 17:38 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Kaplan on the US raid in Venezuela: 'What narcos, America acted only for economic interests'

Robert Kaplan argues that the U.S. intervention in Venezuela is primarily driven by oil interests rather than the Monroe Doctrine, suggesting potential chaos in Caracas due to America's inept governance.

Jan 4 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

"It's not about drugs, it's about oil": A Democratic congressman's attack on Trump over Maduro's arrest

Democratic Congressman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Trump, asserting that the motivation behind Maduro's arrest is driven by oil interests rather than drug-related concerns.

Jan 3 • 18:13 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

What does Trump want from Maduro and will the US take control of Venezuela's oil? 'Haaretz' explains

The article discusses the Trump administration's intentions towards Venezuela amidst a potential regime change and the implications for US interests, particularly concerning oil resources.

Jan 3 • 17:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Is oil behind the American overthrow of Maduro? Trump's earlier statements are significant

The article explores whether U.S. involvement in the overthrow of Nicolás Maduro was motivated by interests in Venezuelan oil, referencing past statements made by Donald Trump about America's intention to secure oil from Venezuela.

Jan 3 • 13:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Tonči Tadić: If you block Venezuela, the price of oil rises, you help Putin, especially torment China

Tonči Tadić warns that U.S. actions against Venezuela could inadvertently raise oil prices, benefit Putin, and hurt China's interests.

Jan 3 • 13:26 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

The former advisor of Sanders for Latin America analyzes the operation in Venezuela: "Trump's interest is oil, not democracy"

Political scientist Michael Paarlberg discusses U.S. interests in Venezuela, suggesting that Trump prioritizes oil over democratic principles.

Jan 3 • 13:08 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Why did the US attack Venezuela? From narcos to oil, here are the reasons

The article discusses the US raid on Caracas leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, attributing it to a history of accusations and tensions between the US and Venezuela over drug trafficking and oil interests.

Jan 3 • 12:48 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
World

Expert: It is unlikely that the United States is only concerned about the drug fight in Venezuela. Oil also plays a role

An expert suggests that U.S. interests in Venezuela extend beyond combating drug trafficking to include significant concerns over oil resources.

Dec 31 • 14:36 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Oil, Drugs, Regime Change: This is What the Conflict Between the USA and Venezuela is About

The USA has seized an oil tanker, escalating tensions with Venezuela due to strategic interests, while the largest mobilization of American troops in the Caribbean in decades is officially aimed at combating drug trafficking but is seen as a show of force.

Dec 21 • 09:31 UTC

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