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Trump claims U.S. controls most of 65 billion oil barrels
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First seen: Aug 31, 2026, 11:47 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 31, 2026, 1:50 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Donald Trump says the United States has gained majority control of 65 billion barrels of oil. The supplied information does not independently establish the claim’s scope or implementation.
SO WHAT?
If implemented, changes in control of major oil reserves could affect energy markets and geopolitics.
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Trump says US gains majority control of 65 billion oil barrels
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Trump says US gains majority control of 65 billion oil barrels
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