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According to CNN, the Trump administration is exploring ways to allow U.S. oil companies to resume operations in Venezuela, despite longstanding U.S. sanctions aimed at the Maduro government. The move reflects Trump’s interest in boosting domestic energy companies and securing oil supplies, while critics warn it could undermine efforts to pressure Venezuela over human rights and democratic reforms. The discussions highlight the tension between geopolitical strategy, energy markets, and economic interests as global oil dynamics continue to shift.