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.
Key Points
US cancels Chevron's oil license in Venezuela due to electoral conditions and slow deportation pace
Maduro refuses further deportation flights, blames US for migrant crisis caused by his regime
Venezuelan migrant crisis began before Trump sanctions due to socialism collapse
Pros
Ending Chevron's oil license may put pressure on the Maduro regime to improve human rights conditions.
US actions may highlight the need for respect for migrants' human rights.
Cons
Maduro blames the US for the migrant crisis, deflecting responsibility from his own regime's actions.
Ending Chevron's operations in Venezuela may have economic repercussions for the country.