突发！美国财政部宣布：制裁！

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent sanctions imposed by the U.S. on companies operating in Venezuela's oil sector and highlights military actions against drug trafficking vessels, indicating a significant escalation in U.S. pressure on Venezuela and its ties with Iran [2][4][5]. Group 1: U.S. Sanctions and Military Actions - On December 31, 2025, the U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control announced sanctions against four companies operating in Venezuela's oil sector and froze four related oil tankers [4]. - The U.S. has intensified its pressure on Venezuela, conducting at least three interception operations against oil tankers near Venezuela since December 10, 2025, claiming to seize the crude oil onboard [4]. - The U.S. State Department and Treasury announced sanctions against a total of 10 entities and individuals from Iran and Venezuela, citing Iran's ongoing provision of conventional weapons to Venezuela as a threat to U.S. interests [4][5]. Group 2: Venezuela's Military Response - On December 31, 2025, the Venezuelan National Armed Forces reported the destruction of the 40th drug-related aircraft during a special operation in Apure state, claiming it was a threat to territorial sovereignty [7]. - Throughout 2025, Venezuela has destroyed 40 drug-related aircraft, with President Maduro stating that the armed forces will remain vigilant against crime and drug trafficking [7][8]. - The Venezuelan military has intercepted 9 drug trafficking aircraft within 24 hours, marking a record in their anti-drug operations [7].