“Iran’s Khamenei suggests US moves on Venezuela aim at oil, land grab,” Iran International, 12-11-25.  The Ayatollah’s proposition—that the U.S. is out to steal Venezuela’s resources and land, is easily testable.  Intrepid reporters and observers can simply watch what happens.  My money’s on the U.S.—they don’t have a history of taking in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, etc., etc.

This story is a reminder that when you read about the U.S. v. Venezuela, you are actually reading U.S. v. Iran.  “Tanker Seized By US Off Venezuela Was Part Of Iranian Shadow Fleet,” RFE/RL, 12-11-25.