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Maduro Urges OPEC to Defend Venezuela Against U.S. Threats

12/1/2025

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Summary

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Nicolás Maduro Moros, President of Venezuela, appealed to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) for support against U.S. aggression, citing Venezuela's oil reserves as the largest.
In a letter, Maduro denounced threats and demanded unconditional respect for Venezuela's sovereignty.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Venezuelan airspace would be completely shut down, a claim Caracas called a colonialist threat.

History

Historical Context

Established on September 14, 1960, in Baghdad, OPEC was formed by five founding members, including Venezuela, to coordinate oil production and counteract the influence of major oil companies. The organization has since played a crucial role in shaping global oil markets, with OPEC nations controlling approximately 79.5% of the world's proven oil reserves, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly with the U.S. over oil sovereignty.

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Story summary

Nicolás Maduro Moros, President of Venezuela, appealed to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) for support against U.S. aggression, citing Venezuela's oil reserves as the largest.
In a letter, Maduro denounced threats and demanded unconditional respect for Venezuela's sovereignty.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Venezuelan airspace would be completely shut down, a claim Caracas called a colonialist threat.

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