United States and Venezuela Announce 100-Year Oil Accord
Venezuela oil deal follows Maduro’s capture and US control of licensed sales. 17 fields, 100-year rights, operator still unnamed.
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Massive Fire at Viva Energy Geelong Refinery Halts Operations
Summary A major fire erupted at the Viva Energy refinery in Geelong, Victoria, on the night of April 15, 2026, triggering a significant emergency response and raising immediate concerns about regional fuel supply. The Geelong facility, which processes approximately 120,000 barrels of crude oil per day, is one of