Venezuela's assembly backs oil deal announced with U.S. - Reuters

Venezuela's assembly has officially backed an oil deal announced with the U.S. government. U.S. officials are defending the agreement, stating that the oil deal serves as a critical component of the broader path toward establishing democracy within Venezuela. This legislative support marks a significant step in the bilateral arrangement, as both parties align on the economic terms while the United States maintains that the deal supports political transitions and democratic goals in the region.