Tankers Leaving Venezuela Since Maduro’s Capture US Bound: Report
The only oil tankers to leave Venezuela since the arrest of its former leader, Nicolás Maduro, have been bound for the U.S., according to a new report by shipping intelligence firm Kpler. There were two ships this year that were headed to other countries before Maduro’s Jan. 3 capture by the U.S. One of these tankers, which was partially filled with sanctioned oil, went out of Venezuela’s main export terminal and toward Iran on New Year’s Day, T…
US Bound Tankers: A Growing Trend
The report highlights a growing trend of tankers leaving Venezuela bound for the U.S. This development comes as the international community continues to impose sanctions on Venezuela in response to its human rights abuses and political repression. The sanctioned oil is believed to be part of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, which have been a source of controversy and conflict.
Kpler Report: A Detailed Analysis
The Kpler report provides a detailed analysis of the tankers‘ movements, including their departure from Venezuelan ports and their destinations. According to the report, one of the tankers was partially filled with sanctioned oil before departing Venezuela‘s main export terminal. The report also notes that both tankers were headed to other countries before Maduro’s capture, suggesting that the trend may have been in place for some time.
International Community Reacts
The international community has reacted strongly to the news, with many calling for increased pressure on Venezuela to comply with international sanctions. The U.S. government has also issued a statement condemning Venezuela’s human rights abuses and calling for an end to political repression.
Conclusion
The departure of tankers from Venezuela bound for the U.S. is a significant development in the ongoing crisis in Venezuela. As the international community continues to impose pressure on the country, it remains to be seen how this trend will continue to unfold.
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