Venezuela's Oil Industry and Foreign Companies

Venezuelan Vice President and Oil Minister Delcy Rodríguez calls for foreign oil and gas companies to maintain operations in Venezuela despite the termination of licenses by the U.S. Companies affected include Chevron, Maurel and Prom, Repsol, ENI, and Global Oil Terminals. The Maduro regime assures that oil production is normal and companies can continue operations under Venezuelan law.

US Cancels Chevron's Oil License in Venezuela

Maduro refuses further deportation flights of Venezuelan deportees after US cancels Chevron's oil license, blames US for migrant crisis caused by his regime. US ends license due to electoral conditions and slow deportation pace. OFAC confirms license termination on April 3, 2025, giving Chevron a month to wind down operations. Maduro accuses US of persecution against migrants and calls for respect of human rights. Venezuelan migrant crisis began before Trump sanctions due to socialism collapse. Trump admin to instruct other foreign companies to cease operations in Venezuela.

Serbian Government Reinstates Pro-Russia Officials Despite US Sanctions

Serbian lawmakers voted in a new government that reinstated two pro-Russia officials sanctioned by the US, indicating close ties with Moscow despite aspirations to join the EU. The government composition is seen as a strategic move to balance relationships with the West and Russia.

US Sanctions on IDF's Netzah Yehuda Battalion and Related Events

The US is expected to impose sanctions on the IDF's Netzah Yehuda battalion for alleged human rights abuses in the West Bank. Israeli strikes in Gaza have resulted in civilian casualties. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will visit Pakistan to mend ties. Thousands protest in Israel demanding more action to bring hostages home. Explosions near a military airbase in Iran. The US House of Representatives passes aid to Ukraine and Israel.

Cuba's Request for Help from UN's Food Programme Due to Worsening Food Shortages

Cuba's government has requested help from the UN's food programme due to worsening food shortages, specifically asking for powdered milk for children under seven. The country is facing shortages of milk, fuel, and medicines, with the government blaming US sanctions and critics pointing to government mismanagement.

US Imposes Sanctions on Russia

The United States imposes sanctions on over 500 targets connected to Russia's war machine and the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The sanctions focus on financial infrastructure, entities supplying critical technology to Russia, and those evading sanctions. President Biden calls on support for Ukraine and warns of consequences for not aiding them.