The Venezuela Oil Seizures: A Canary in the Geopolitical Coal Mine Let’s start with the part Snyder gets right—U.S. aggression in Venezuelan waters is not just about oil, it's about dominance. The U.S. seizure of multiple oil tankers under the banner of sanctions enforcement is not some isolated maritime incident. This is economic warfare disguised as law enforcement. Venezuela calls it piracy, and they’re not wrong. When a declining empire starts flexing muscle to control dwindling energy flows, you know it’s reaching terminal velocity. But here's what Snyder doesn't say—these actions are also test runs for broader control mechanisms. It's not just about stopping Maduro or supporting democracy; it's about locking down trade routes, controlling energy flows, and eventually choking…
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