A former U.S. president has claimed an agreement was reached to secure a massive amount of Venezuelan oil reserves, though details remain unclear. Meanwhile, tensions between the U.S. and another country have escalated, with both sides exchanging retaliatory actions in recent days. As lawmakers return to Washington, funding for government operations has emerged as a critical priority amid ongoing political divisions. The developments raise questions about energy policy, regional stability, and the potential for further diplomatic or military confrontations.
Trump says U.S. struck a deal to take control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil, U.S. and Iran resume exchanging strikes, funding at the top of the agenda as House reconvenes.
