US Secretary of State Rubio says first phase is to stabilize Venezuela, second phase will be recovery, third phase is the transition

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Will control how money from sale of Venezuelan oil will be dispersed in a way that benefits the Venezuelan people.
No additional costs for Venezuela but declines to provide timeline for resuming oil exports.
Venezuela wants oil from one of the seized tankers to be part of the deal.

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Secretary of State's remarks indicate a structured approach to stabilize and transition Venezuela, with significant implications for its oil exports. While the focus on benefiting the Venezuelan populace through controlled oil sales could support stability, the lack of a timeline for resuming exports may imply uncertainty in the oil market. This could prompt volatility in commodities, particularly WTI, as traders assess the potential impact on global supply and prices.

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