Relations between the United States and Venezuela have become increasingly tense, and the trend is expected to follow an upward trajectory. Washington accuses the Maduro government of supporting drug trafficking and illegal activities and has imposed sanctions on the country’s oil sector. Furthermore, the US has deployed naval and air forces to the region, striking several vessels and blocking oil tankers. Maduro’s government calls these actions an attack on state sovereignty and hints at possible countermeasures. Energy markets face uncertainty, while regional leaders urge calm. The UN Secretary-General and international organisations are calling for a peaceful resolution, as the crisis impacts Latin America and the global community.

Speaking to Azernews, Peter Marko Tase, Honorary Professor at AUL and Founder of the Azerbaijan-US Economic and Education Council, noted that President Trump’s Proclamation 10949 fully restricts entry for nationals of twelve countries. Additionally, the proclamation directed the United States Government to partially restrict and limit the entry of nationals of the following seven countries.

“The proclamation directed the US Secretary, in consultation with the Attorney General, the........

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