General Vladimir Padrino spent 11 years as the country's defence minister, acting as a key ally of Nicolas Maduro.
There are fears that a period of elevated oil and gas prices could trigger a damaging wave of global inflation.
Gabbard's testimony contradicts one of several justifications Trump has given for launching war with Iran.
Qatar's Foreign Ministry strongly condemns attack that caused "extensive damage" at the Ras Laffan complex.
Trump administration has introduced measures meant to restrict both legal and illegal immigration to the US.
Lifting the Jones Act temporarily allows foreign ships to transport cargo across the US, but critics question efficacy.
An investigation finds the Minab school strike may have been deliberate. Who can hold the US accountable?
US presidents have long bypassed Congress's authority and dissenting lawmakers have often tried to fight back.
Pakistani minister says five-day pause, to begin at midnight Thursday, requested by Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkiye.
Residents are divided between supporting and opposing the US and Israeli war against Iran, amid fears for loved ones.