American commandos seize Venezuelan tanker after two-week chase in area with Russian warships
The oil tanker was sailing under a Russian flag and was seized by US armed forces. The operation came after a two-week pursuit in the Atlantic, amid reports of Russian military presence in the wider area
Oil prices fall by 1% after the US attack on Venezuela
As the world market is considered to be sufficiently supplied, possible disruptions to Venezuelan production are expected to be limited
The judge who said “No” to Trump will arraign Maduro: Who is 92-year-old Alvin Hellerstein
An Orthodox Jew and known for his meticulous adherence to federal procedure, Hellerstein is considered one of the most experienced active judges in the United States. He was appointed by Bill Clinton and has rejected requests by Trump in court