President Trump noted that the oil will be sold at market prices, and the funds received will be under his control as the head of state. "This money will be used for the benefit of both the Venezuelan people and the citizens of the USA!" he added in his message on the social network Truth Social.
According to the president, the oil supplies will be delivered by sea vessels and unloaded directly on US territory.
On January 5, in the evening, Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez took the oath of office, becoming the acting president. Trump had previously emphasized that she is inclined to cooperate with the United States.
