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General · 21 January 2026

Trump Criticizes UK Oil Drilling Policy; Reform UK Pledges Reversal

Trump Criticizes UK Oil Drilling Policy; Reform UK Pledges Reversal

Donald Trump has renewed his criticism of the UK's oil drilling policies in the North Sea. This comes as Reform UK has promised to reverse the ban on new North Sea oil and gas drilling if elected, potentially offering taxpayers a stake in these projects. Meanwhile, Trump has also expressed interest in Venezuela's oil reserves, suggesting US companies could invest heavily to increase production. The UK has recently offered new North Sea oil and gas licenses despite climate concerns.

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