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Trump confirms U.S. will have oil presence in Venezuela

"Trump confirms the U.S. will maintain an oil presence in Venezuela, clarifying no troop deployment. Explore the implications of this strategic move amid ongoing turmoil."

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Trump confirms U.S. will have oil presence in Venezuela
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President Donald Trump confirmed that the United States will maintain a presence in Venezuela regarding oil operations. When asked whether American troops would be deployed on the ground in Venezuela, Trump responded, "No. We"re gonna have a presence in Venezuela as it pertains to oil."

This statement comes amid ongoing discussions about U.S. involvement in the Venezuelan oil sector. The U.S. has been monitoring the situation in Venezuela closely, particularly in light of the country"s political and economic turmoil.

For more on related coverage, see recent developments regarding the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro.

Trump"s comments reflect the administration"s focus on energy resources in the region, as well as its broader strategy concerning Latin America. Further updates on U.S. military operations can be found in the context of recent developments in international military efforts.

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