Tensions Rise Between US and Venezuela as Tanker Seized | GNT

In this week’s American Review on Global News Today with Tom Burges Watson on Al Arabiya English, we examine two major developments shaping US politics and foreign policy.


First, President Donald Trump confirmed that US forces have seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, marking a significant escalation in Washington’s pressure campaign against Nicolás Maduro’s government. The move signals a sharper and more assertive US stance toward Caracas and raises new questions about regional stability.


Second, we explore President Trump’s newly launched “Trump Gold Card” program, a fast-tracked US visa pathway for wealthy foreign nationals who invest at least $1 million. Trump describes the initiative as a “direct path to citizenship for all qualified and vetted people,” calling it a major boost for American businesses seeking global talent. The program, announced earlier this year, offers visas to applicants who can provide a “substantial benefit” to the United States.


To break down the political, economic, and geopolitical implications of these developments, we are joined by:


Greg Swenson, Chair, Republicans Overseas


Amanda Makki, Republican Strategist


We also examine developments at the Rafah crossing, a critical gateway on the Gaza–Egypt border that continues to influence humanitarian access, regional tensions, and diplomatic negotiations. To unpack Egypt’s role and the political sensitivities surrounding Rafah, we speak with:


Mohamed Badreldin, Former Egyptian Ambassador and Former Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Arab Affairs


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