U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela: Report

Core Points - U.S. forces have seized a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, indicating heightened tensions and enforcement of sanctions against the Venezuelan oil industry [1] - U.S. crude oil prices increased by 10 cents, or 0.17%, reaching $58.35 per barrel, while Brent crude rose by 15 cents, or 0.24%, to $62.09 per barrel, reflecting market reactions to geopolitical events [1] - President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in recent weeks, suggesting a strategic shift in U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela [1]