Russia Slams US Oil Policy in Venezuela, Calls Restrictions Discriminatory

• Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized new US restrictions on Russia's role in Venezuela's oil business as blatant discrimination.
• The US Treasury Department issued a license for oil and gas exploration in Venezuela, excluding transactions involving Russian and Chinese nationals or entities.
• Russia plans to seek clarification from the United States regarding these new restrictions.
• Lavrov stated that Russia, China, and Iran have significant investments in Venezuela's oil and energy sector.
• US President Donald Trump has expressed interest in controlling Venezuela's vast oil reserves with US companies.