America announces seizure of fifth oil tanker that sailed from Venezuela.

The United States is a federal republic founded in 1776 after declaring independence from Great Britain, with its modern government established by the Constitution in 1789. Its history is marked by westward expansion, industrialization, and its emergence as a global superpower in the 20th century. The nation is defined by its diverse cultural heritage, stemming from immigration, and its significant influence on global politics, economics, and popular culture.

Venezuela is a South American country known for its diverse natural landscapes, including the Andes mountains, the Amazon rainforest, and Angel Falls, the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall. Historically, it was a Spanish colony until achieving independence in the early 19th century under leaders like Simón Bolívar, becoming a major oil producer in the 20th century. Its cultural heritage is a blend of Indigenous, African, and Spanish influences, evident in its music, art, and festivals.

Caracas is the capital and largest city of Venezuela, founded in 1567 by Spanish conquistador Diego de Losada. It grew as a colonial administrative center and later became a pivotal site in South America’s independence movement, serving as the birthplace of Simón Bolívar. Today, it is a major metropolitan and cultural hub situated in a valley of the Venezuelan coastal mountain range.

Olina is a fictional luxury resort featured in the Disney animated film *Lilo & Stitch*. It is depicted as a beautiful, idyllic vacation destination in Hawaii, though it is not based on a real physical location. Its history is entirely within the film’s narrative, serving as the workplace for the character Nani and a setting for key story moments.