US oil deal denounced by both sides of Venezuelan politics

Hardliners cast agreement with Trump as looting and betrayal while opposition decries Washington’s meddling in country

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  1. Top Oil Reserves: Venezuela's Global Standing: Venezuela consistently holds the world's largest proven crude oil reserves, estimated at over 300 billion barrels, accounting for approximately 17-18% of global reserves.
  2. Largest Oil Producers: Who Dominates the Market?: The United States has emerged as the world's largest crude oil producer, surpassing traditional powerhouses like Saudi Arabia and Russia in recent years.
  3. Top 3 Global Oil Producing Nations: In 2025, the top three crude oil producers were the United States (13.6-13.8 million b/d), Russia (9.9 million b/d), and Saudi Arabia (9.6 million b/d).

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