The Globalist The global reaction as the US seizes a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
Dec 12, 2025
Ed Stocker, a seasoned journalist covering the Americas, discusses the US seizure of a sanctioned oil tanker and the ensuing tensions with Venezuela. He dives deep into the country's economic collapse and the potential political figures rising amidst public discontent. Ash Bardwaj examines the slump in US inbound tourism, attributing it to visa challenges and shifting sentiments, while highlighting regions most affected. Andrew Muller adds a humorous twist with his satirical news commentary, and Fabrizio Casiraghi shares insights on his design approach to the new Sant'Ambrose in Paris.
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US Escalates Pressure On Venezuela
- The US escalated enforcement against Venezuela to choke Caracas's main revenue: oil and alleged drug trafficking.
- Ed Stocker says Trump seeks decisive, regime-change-style actions amid legal and diplomatic questions.
From Boom To Collapse
- Ed Stocker recalled visiting Venezuela under Hugo Chávez when oil revenue funded social programmes and Caracas felt safe.
- He contrasted that era with Maduro's mismanagement, hyperinflation and mass migration.
Oil Wealth Shapes Venezuelan Stakes
- Venezuela's vast oil wealth underpins both domestic mismanagement and external interest.
- Stocker warns that resource potential makes regime change appealing but complex.
