As fresh rounds of U.S. sanctions begin to affect Venezuela’s economy, the government in Caracas has been trying to reassure citizens that the country remains resilient against Washington’s pressure.

President Donald Trump said countries that purchase oil and gas from Venezuela will face a 25% tariff on the trade those nations have with the U.S. Trump said the tariff will take effect April 2. The president accused Venezuela of sending gang members to the U.S.