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Venezuela oil deal partner Betancourt faces money laundering probes in Europe
Le Monde·VE · US · CH·about 18 hours ago
Following control over Venezuelan oil, the US is now seeking access to Venezuela's gold, bauxite, iron ore, and nickel deposits under terms favorable to American interests. This represents an expansion of US economic leverage over Venezuela's resource sector, though the exact mechanisms and Venezuelan government response remain unclear.
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The US is exploring agreements for involvement in Venezuela's gold and critical minerals sector, following a prior oil agreement. Initial discussions with US firms are underway, indicating a strategic push to secure supply chains. The scope, terms, and Venezuelan government response to potential mining deals remain uncertain.