Trump pledges to refill US strategic reserves with Venezuelan oil
Donald Trump says he will use Venezuelan oil to replenish the US strategic reserve, which he claims was depleted under Joe Biden.
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AIUS President Donald Trump has announced plans to use Venezuelan oil to refill the national strategic petroleum reserve, which he said was completely depleted during former President Joe Biden’s administration.
Writing on his Truth Social account, Trump added that the replenishment process would begin very soon, describing the supplies as a “gift from Venezuela to the people of the United States.”
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/117184857420534704
Trump also confirmed the signing of what he called the largest energy agreement in history with Venezuela, explaining that Washington would receive more than 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves from Caracas under the partnership. He said this would double US stockpiles, secure supply flows, and lower fuel prices for American consumers.
He described the deal as “historic,” saying it would significantly boost US oil reserves and reduce gasoline prices. Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez praised the agreement, highlighting its key role in revitalizing her country’s economy and supporting energy infrastructure.