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Politics · Latin AmericaMaduro and wife to face new US charges over alleged torture of Americans
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are expected to face new charges in the United States related to the alleged torture of Americans held in Venezuelan custody. The charges would add to existing drug trafficking indictments.
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Politics · United StatesUS Prosecutors Say Maduro Not Immune to Narco-Terror Charges
US prosecutors have stated that Nicolás Maduro is not entitled to immunity from criminal charges. The government argues that the US does not recognize Maduro as Venezuela's head of state, countering his defense's claim of immunity.
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Politics · United StatesDavid Rivera sentenced to 10 years for Venezuela lobbying
Former U.S. Rep. David Rivera has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of the Venezuelan government. He was convicted in May on multiple counts, including conspiracy to commit money laundering.
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Politics · Latin AmericaTrump open to US military base in Venezuela
Donald Trump has not ruled out establishing a US military base in Venezuela, stating his administration is evaluating "many things." He indicated good relations with the country and that its people are happy.
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Politics · Latin AmericaTrump says Venezuela elections too soon, cites oil companies
Donald Trump stated that while elections could be held in Venezuela, it is currently too soon. He also mentioned a positive working relationship with interim president Delcy Rodríguez and noted the arrival of oil companies in the country.
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Politics · Latin AmericaDelcy Rodriguez addresses UN, pledges elections and thanks Trump
Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela’s acting president, addressed the UN on 23 September 2026, promising elections at the “right moment” and thanking President Donald Trump for willingness to resume diplomatic ties after a U.S. raid captured former President Nicolás Maduro. Coverage varied across the political spectrum.
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Politics · United StatesTrump and Rodriguez Discussed Venezuela Debt Restructuring
US President Donald Trump and Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez met briefly to discuss the restructuring of Venezuela's sovereign debt, according to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Rubio stated that debt restructuring is key to Venezuela's success and that elections were also discussed.
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PoliticsRubio discusses Trump meeting with Venezuela's Rodriguez
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio provided limited information regarding a meeting between President Donald Trump and Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez. He discussed steps to rebuild economic confidence, debt restructuring, and the political transition process in Venezuela.
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Politics · United StatesRodríguez calls meeting with Trump historic
Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez met with US President Donald Trump in New York. Rodríguez described the meeting as historic and said they discussed cooperation in strategic areas. This was the first meeting between a US president and a Venezuelan leader in over eleven years.
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Venezuelan delegation led by interim President Delcy Rodriguez meets US officials at UNGA
A Venezuelan delegation headed by interim President Delcy Rodriguez attended the United Nations General Assembly, planning talks on energy, debt and mining with US counterparts and a scheduled meeting with President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
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Politics · United KingdomVenezuela and opposition near $4bn gold reserve deal
Venezuela's government and opposition are reportedly close to an agreement to transfer approximately $4 billion in gold reserves from the Bank of England to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The gold has been held in London since 2019.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUK upgrades diplomatic ties with Venezuela, appoints ambassador
The United Kingdom has announced it will upgrade its diplomatic relations with Venezuela, including the appointment of an ambassador. The UK stated the move is intended to bolster its ability to support a democratic transition in Venezuela, clarifying it does not alter its assessment of past elections.
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Politics · Latin AmericaAlex Saab to plead guilty in US money laundering case
Alex Saab, an ally of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, is expected to plead guilty in a US federal money laundering case. He is accused of bribing officials to win contracts for food imports during a period of hardship in Venezuela.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS seeks greater access to Venezuela's minerals
The Trump administration is pursuing increased access to Venezuela's mineral resources, including gold. This effort involves consulting US companies on potential investments and aims to counter China's influence in the region, though challenges like illegal mining and weak infrastructure exist.
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Politics · Latin AmericaTrinidad and Tobago Foreign Minister Sean Sobers arrives in Caracas to advance energy and security agenda
Sean Sobers landed in Venezuela on 3 September 2026 to pursue a broad agenda covering energy, trade, national security and cross‑border issues. The trip follows fresh contracts and a backdrop of diplomatic strain after a U.S. fleet operated near the Caribbean last year.
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Ted Cruz says US achieved Iran goals, backs Venezuela oil deal
Senator Ted Cruz stated that the United States has met its primary military objectives in Iran, defending Donald Trump's "mission accomplished" declaration. He also praised an agreement giving the US control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil and urged for free elections in Venezuela.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaTrump announces US control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
US President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Venezuela granting the United States majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of the country's oil reserves. Trump described the deal as the largest in world history, predicting it would increase US reserves and reduce fuel prices.
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US Negotiates Venezuelan Oil Field Stakes
The United States is in talks with Venezuela to acquire stakes in over a dozen oil fields. The agreement could significantly increase US strategic petroleum reserves, which have fallen to a 40-year low.
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