Venezuela's National Assembly made waves this week by passing a bold law to protect maritime trade freedom amid rising tensions over U.S. oil vessel seizures. The legislation, approved during an urgent session on December 24, 2025, introduces 20-year prison terms for those organizing piracy or blockades against Venezuelan ships. 💥
President Nicolás Maduro championed the move as a defense of national sovereignty, calling it a 'shield against economic warfare.' The law specifically targets foreign interference in Venezuela's Caribbean trade routes – a clear response to recent U.S. actions intercepting oil shipments. 🛢️⚔️
National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez declared the legislation vital for safeguarding Venezuela's 'right to peaceful commerce.' Legal experts suggest this could escalate diplomatic tensions while offering new protections for the country's crucial oil exports. 🌍🤝
