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Maduro's Arrest: How the US Move Hits China and Sends a Message to Iran

Published January 3, 2026, 15:14
Maduro's Arrest: How the US Move Hits China and Sends a Message to Iran

The US operation in Venezuela and the arrest of Nicolás Maduro are not merely a change of regime, but a strategic move targeting China and sending a message to Iran. Venezuela has become a major supplier of crude oil to China, as sanctions have excluded it from Western markets. This move jeopardizes China's energy security, increases refining costs, and disrupts Chinese trade networks. Maduro's arrest creates uncertainty about oil deals with China and increases the risk for transport. This action is seen as a warning to Tehran.