The Venezuelan billionaire the US investigated for money laundering now has a Pentagon oil deal
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Alejandro Betancourt, a Venezuelan billionaire previously under U.S. investigation for money laundering, has become a key partner in a new U.S. Pentagon oil deal with Venezuela. The agreement grants the U.S. access to a significant portion of Venezuela’s crude reserves, marking a strategic shift in U.S. energy policy toward the country. The deal underscores the U.S. willingness to engage with controversial figures to secure oil supplies.
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The Venezuelan billionaire the US investigated for money laundering now has a Pentagon oil deal
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First reported by Hindustan Times on ; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.
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- Center (1): Hindustan Times
- Right-leaning (1): Times Now