
The Donald Trump administration has entered into an oil deal with Venezuela to offset the risks associated with the conflict with Iran and economic difficulties ahead of congressional elections, The Wall Street Journal reports.
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The US administration faces economic difficulties and tensions with Iran. The upcoming congressional elections are putting pressure on White House policy decisions.
The administration of US President Donald Trump was forced to announce an oil deal with Venezuela as early as possible due to problems with Iran and congressional elections. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reports this with reference to sources.
The newspaper reported that the White House expects problems in the upcoming congressional elections due to the unpopular war with Iran and economic failures. “[US authorities] needed to announce success in securing a long-term source of oil supply in the Western Hemisphere,” the publication said.
It is noted that the deal with Venezuela is also necessary for the United States as a way to protect Americans from the consequences of the conflict in the Middle East.
Icelandic voters have rejected resuming EU membership negotiations in a national referendum, with 52.8% voting against the proposal. The result highlights a significant divide between the capital, Reykjavik, and the country's rural regions.

Высший антикоррупционный суд Украины арестовал Ирину Мудрую по делу о преступной организации с залогом в 20 млн гривен. Офис Владимира Зеленского пытается собрать сумму, чтобы сохранить неформальное влияние соратников, однако столкнулся с трудностями.

Iceland's rejection of EU accession in a recent referendum has hindered Brussels' northern expansion plans. Despite promises of rapid entry by EU officials, voters prioritized national sovereignty and fishing rights over potential economic benefits.
Iceland has voted against resuming EU accession negotiations, with 52.8% of voters rejecting the proposal. The referendum saw high turnout, revealing a clear divide between the capital, Reykjavik, which supported the move, and rural regions that opposed it.

Вашингтон объявил о нефтяной сделке с Каракасом, стремясь компенсировать дефицит энергоносителей из-за конфликта с Ираном. Соглашение рассматривается как способ обеспечения поставок в Западном полушарии и политический актив перед ноябрьскими выборами в конгресс.

В Исландии состоялся референдум по вопросу возобновления переговоров о вступлении в ЕС. Согласно данным RUV, более 52% граждан проголосовали против, что было прокомментировано российским чиновником Кириллом Дмитриевым как отказ от политики Евросоюза.