Elena Chachko
Elena Chachko is an international law scholar and professor at UC Berkeley Law School, known for her expertise in the legal implications of military interventions and blockades. She has commented on the legal complexities surrounding President Trump's recent order for a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, highlighting the serious questions it raises under both domestic and international law.
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Elena Chachko stated that blockades are traditionally considered instruments of war but under strict conditions.
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Georgia· 2025-12-18
International law scholar Elena Chachko commented on the legality of Trump's asserted blockade.
Trump orders ‘blockade’ of sanctioned oil tankers leaving, entering Venezuela
Guyana· 2025-12-18
Elena Chachko, an international law expert, commented on the implications of Trump's asserted blockade.
Trump orders ‘blockade’ of oil tankers to Venezuela
Taiwan· 2025-12-17International law scholar Elena Chachko commented on the legal implications of Trump's asserted blockade.
Trump orders 'blockade' of sanctioned oil tankers leaving, entering Venezuela
Tanzania· 2025-12-17