THE STORY BEHIND THE SATIRE · Venezuela / United States · Sep 9
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Citgo custody battle reaches another season
What happened
Venezuela’s opposition moved toward losing oversight of U.S. refiner Citgo as political recognition and court proceedings shifted.
Why it matters
Control of the profitable refiner links Venezuela’s political crisis directly to creditors, sanctions and U.S. energy interests.
The Blappos angle
National sovereignty now comes with a refinery rewards card.
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