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Venezuela Slams U.S. Oil Claims as Illegal and Immoral

9/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto condemned U.S. threats at the UN, saying Washington seeks to seize Venezuela's oil and gas.
Pinto said the U.S. uses false narratives to justify action, calling them illegal and immoral.
President Maduro rejected U.S. claims of insufficient drug prevention, noting only 5% of drugs from Colombia transit Venezuela.

History

Historical Context

Tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela have deep roots, notably marked by the 2002 U.S.-backed coup attempt against President Hugo Chávez. The U.S. has historically influenced Venezuela's oil industry, which peaked at 3.5 million barrels per day in the 1970s. Today, Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto's condemnation of U.S. threats reflects ongoing struggles over Venezuela's resources and sovereignty.

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Story summary

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto condemned U.S. threats at the UN, saying Washington seeks to seize Venezuela's oil and gas.
Pinto said the U.S. uses false narratives to justify action, calling them illegal and immoral.
President Maduro rejected U.S. claims of insufficient drug prevention, noting only 5% of drugs from Colombia transit Venezuela.

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