Trump confirms US seized oil tanker off coast of Venezuela – live updates

US makes major escalation in ongoing pressure campaign against Nicolás Maduro; Trump claims tanker seized was ‘largest one ever’Full report – US forces seize oil tanker off Venezuela coastHouse speaker Mike Johnson said today that he has yet to see the video of the boat strike that has been the subject of intense scrutiny and accusations of war crimes.The Republican speaker said he missed the classified briefing with Hegseth and Rubio this week because he was working with House GOP lawmakers on their emerging health care proposals. Continue reading...