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Trump Ally Harold Hamm Strikes Venezuela Oil Deal

A Trump‑backed billionaire is striking oil deals with Venezuela even as U.S. sanctions linger, prompting multiple American firms to re‑engage.

By · Published September 16, 2026  23:31 UTC · Updated September 20, 2026  09:31 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 9 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 6.
  • Primary Driver: A Trump‑backed billionaire is striking oil deals with Venezuela even as U.S. sanctions linger, prompting multiple American firms to re‑engage.
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Continental Resources, led by Harold Hamm, signed a memorandum of understanding with state‑run PDVSA to operate the Ayacucho 2 block in the Orinoco Belt, a development announced by PR Newswire and noted by The Hill. Subsequent reports show broader U.S. interest.

Bloomberg reported that ExxonMobil is back in talks to re‑enter Venezuela, while the Wall Street Journal disclosed that the company is nearing a preliminary investment deal in the country’s oil fields. Together, the confirmed Continental agreement and the ongoing Exxon negotiations place multiple American energy firms at the forefront of renewed Venezuelan activity.

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Which U.S. oil company led by Harold Hamm announced a deal with Venezuela?

Continental Resources, led by Harold Hamm, signed a memorandum of understanding with PDVSA to develop the Ayacucho 2 block.

What specific asset in Venezuela is the deal targeting?

The Ayacucho 2 block in the Orinoco Belt.

Which other major U.S. oil firm is reported to be negotiating a return to Venezuela?

ExxonMobil is reported by Bloomberg and the Wall Street Journal to be in talks and nearing a preliminary investment deal in Venezuelan oil fields.

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Harold Hamm Continental Resources Venezuela PDVSA ExxonMobil Orinoco Belt

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