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“For the U.S. to claim ownership of resources in Venezuela can generate resentment and the same reasons why figures like Hugo Chávez emerge in the region.”

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The Venezuelan Parliament on Tuesday backed a 25-year oil agreement announced by Caracas and Washington, with the backing of both the ruling chavista party and opposition dissidents. The pact aims to achieve a production target of 1.5 million barrels.

However, the agreement has raised concerns regarding potential geopolitical fallout. Political scientist Javier Corrales warned that statements from the United States claiming ownership of Venezuelan resources could provoke regional resentment and foster the conditions that historically led to the rise of figures like Hugo Chávez.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

Prensa Libre Focuses on the political risks and regional resentment tied to U.S. claims over Venezuelan resources.
Infobae Emphasizes the official parliamentary endorsement and operational details of the bilateral oil agreement.
Read the full story at the source Prensa Libre (Guatemala City, Guatemala) · GT
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