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Trump says U.S. may keep Iranian oil 'like Venezuela' as Gulf-Iran Hormuz talks stall

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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Trump said revenue from the Venezuela arrangement has "paid for the war many times."…

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:01:13 UTC.

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  1. Iran war live: Oman says Hormuz talks with Iran, Gulf states postponed

  2. Iranian vessel in Hormuz hit, while Houthis expand control of shipping lane

  3. Trump eyes Iran oil, hints at Venezuela-style US control after war

  4. Oil prices jump over 2% as fresh Saudi, Strait of Hormuz strikes fuel supply fears

  5. Iranian cargo vessel struck near Qeshm Island as Oman delays Tehran-Gulf talks

  6. Trump says he will consider releasing 9/11 records after families request

  7. Trump says U.S. may keep Iranian oil 'like Venezuela' as Gulf-Iran Hormuz talks stall

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Trump eyes Iran oil, hints at Venezuela-style US control after war

In a bold statement, President Trump hinted that the U.S. could take control of Iran's oil resources following a potential conflict. He likened this situation to the American involvement in Venezuela's oil industry.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India