
Alejandro Betancourt: the man who would be Trump’s ‘viceroy’ in Venezuela
The US has turned to a wily and divisive insider to help it develop the country’s oil reserves
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The US has turned to a wily and divisive insider to help it develop the country’s oil reserves

Former President Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US actions in the Strait of Hormuz, reiterating his stance on controlling the vital waterway. This comes amidst heightened tensions and threats from Iran to go on the offensive in the Strait if diplomatic efforts with the US fail.

Reports suggest high-ranking members of the Trump administration attempted to influence a Swiss investigation concerning Venezuelan oil executive Alejandro Betancourt.
With major oil companies still hesitant to invest in Venezuela, Alejandro Betancourt is helping to direct opportunities towards smaller US operators, thereby increasing his power in the country's oil sector.

A new inorganic social media campaign is reportedly promoting Venezuelan oligarch Alejandro Betancourt and Delcy Rodríguez, while simultaneously attacking their critics, including María Corina Machado.