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riotimesonline.comVenezuela Reforms Oil Law as Lake Maracaibo Faces Ongoing Spills
Venezuela changed its hydrocarbons law in January to allow broader private investment in extraction, refining and distribution. Residents and activists near Lake Maracaibo report frequent oil spills and say enforcement of existing environmental rules remains limited.
dohanews.coVenezuelan Oil Shipments to India Increase 50 Percent
Venezuelan crude deliveries to India increased roughly 50 percent in the most recent quarter. The rise follows the blockage of about one-fifth of global crude trade through the Strait of Hormuz.
sana.syExxon and ConocoPhillips Seek Contract Terms for Possible Venezuela Return
The two companies are seeking durable contract terms and a mechanism to settle billions in outstanding claims before considering renewed operations in Venezuela, two decades after their exit.
indiatoday.intoday.inBolton Article Says Cuba Faces Economic Pressure After Venezuela Oil Cutoff
Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton wrote in The Telegraph that Cuba's government may be in its final weeks. He cited the end of Venezuelan oil shipments and comparisons to the 1991 Soviet subsidy collapse.
nknews.orgU.S. Military Conducts Drill Near Reopened Embassy in Caracas
Two U.S. Marine Corps Osprey aircraft landed near the U.S. Embassy in Caracas on Saturday. The Venezuelan government said it had authorized the exercise as an evacuation drill. U.S. Southern Command head Gen. Francis L. Donovan observed the operation.
Washington ExaminerSpain’s National Court Investigates Former Prime Minister Zapatero Over Airline Bailout
Spain’s National Court placed former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero under investigation last week for alleged influence peddling and money laundering tied to a $61.5 million airline bailout. The probe also examines alleged connections to Venezuelan state funds and of…
caracaschronicles.comU.S. Southern Command Leader Visits Caracas for Bilateral Meetings
A senior U.S. military commander arrived in Caracas for a second visit and held discussions with interim government officials. The visit also included meetings at the U.S. Embassy and observation of a joint military exercise.
nbcnews.comU.S. Marine Aircraft Conduct Exercise at Embassy in Caracas
Two U.S. Marine Ospreys landed at the American Embassy in Caracas with Venezuelan authorization. The USS Iwo Jima remains positioned off the Venezuelan coast during the drill.
abcnews.go.comGabbard Excluded From Maduro Capture Planning, Clashed With Trump on Iran Nuclear Policy
Tulsi Gabbard was kept out of planning to capture Nicolás Maduro and disagreed with President Trump on Iran’s nuclear program during her time as director of national intelligence.
upi.comCIA Director Brings Paramilitary Operator to Havana Meeting
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met senior Cuban officials in Havana last week. He brought one of the operators involved in the January capture of Nicolás Maduro. The visit occurred amid U.S. pressure on Cuba over oil exports and security issues.
abcnews.go.comVenezuelans Protest Deaths of Political Prisoner and Mother
Demonstrators clashed with police in Venezuela over the death of Carmen Navas, an 82-year-old woman whose case has drawn attention from families of political prisoners. The protests also highlighted demands for the release of detainees and concerns over human rights conditions.
New York PostU.S. Justice Department Indicts Former Spanish Prime Minister and Cuban Leader
Federal prosecutors filed charges against former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and Cuban leader Raúl Castro in separate cases. The actions target alleged financial ties to Venezuela and a 1996 incident over international waters.
news.google.comExxon Nears Oil Pumping Deal in Venezuela
The U.S. oil company is negotiating an agreement to resume oil production in Venezuela. The talks would end a long-running standoff with the country's government.
nbcnews.comAnalyst Discusses Possibility of Cuba Operation After Venezuela Capture
A Reuters reporter stated that the capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro makes a similar operation in Cuba more plausible than before. The comment was made during an appearance on the Reuters World News podcast.
France 24Venezuela Oil Infrastructure Needs Investment Despite Large Reserves
Venezuela holds the world's largest crude oil reserves. The country's oil infrastructure requires significant investment to support production and exports.
uctoday.comVenezuela's Cayena Hotel Draws Investors Ahead of Expected Economic Revival
The Cayena Hotel in Venezuela has become a gathering point for investors seeking opportunities tied to an anticipated economic recovery. The location reflects growing interest in the country following the post-Maduro period.
thehindu.comU.S. Officials Meet Cuban Figures
President Trump has discussed possible U.S. action in Cuba following the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. U.S. officials have held meetings with several Cuban figures to discuss economic and political changes.
Le MondeVenezuela to Release 300 Prisoners This Week Under Amnesty Law
National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez said Tuesday that 300 prisoners will be released over five days. The releases include some political detainees and others held for various offenses.
nbcnews.comFederal Prosecutors Open New Criminal Probe Into Former Venezuelan Leader
Federal prosecutors in Miami opened a new criminal investigation targeting detained former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The probe follows concerns that existing charges against him are weak. The investigation was assigned to a Miami-based prosecutor with support from multipl…
news.sky.comVenezuelan Protesters Clash with Police at Rally for Political Prisoners
Protesters in Venezuela clashed with police during a rally for political prisoners. The demonstration followed the death of Carmen Navas, mother of a political prisoner, ten days after she learned her son had died in custody.
rediff.comCuba Reports No Fuel Oil or Diesel Supplies Available
Cuba's Energy and Mines Minister stated on May 14 that the country has no fuel oil or diesel. Blackouts in Havana now last 20 to 22 hours per day. The minister's comments followed U.S. sanctions and tariffs on oil shipments to Cuba.
nypost.comVenezuela Deports Alex Saab to U.S. for Second Time
Venezuelan authorities deported Colombian businessman Alex Saab to the United States on Saturday, May 16. The move follows his February arrest in a joint U.S.-Venezuelan operation and comes less than three years after a 2023 prisoner swap that freed him.
pbs.orgVenezuela Deports Businessman to Face U.S. Criminal Proceedings
Venezuela's government said it deported a Colombian-born businessman to the United States on Saturday to face multiple criminal investigations. The move reverses a 2023 pardon granted by former President Biden as part of a prisoner exchange.
hedgeco.netVenezuelans Report Fragile Changes Months After Maduro's Removal
Months after U.S. forces captured Nicolás Maduro in a night raid and installed an acting government, residents in Caracas describe a society that remains tense despite new freedoms. Direct flights from the United States have resumed and some public protests are now occurring, yet…
bbc.co.ukFire at Gas Processing Facility in Venezuela's Lake Maracaibo Injures Multiple Workers
A gas processing facility in Lake Maracaibo, Venezuela, caught fire, injuring multiple workers. The incident took place in the country's energy heartland. @MarioNawfal reported the blaze amid long-running challenges facing the nation's oil infrastructure.
dailyalert.orgWhite House Increases Pressure on Cuba With Surveillance Flights, CIA Visit and Energy Embargo
The White House is applying measures including stepped-up surveillance flights, a visit by the CIA director and an energy embargo to increase pressure on Cuba. The actions come as officials consider an indictment against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. The approach draws on tact…
foxnews.comHighest-Ranking Tren de Aragua Member Extradited to U.S. on Drug Conspiracy Charges
Jose Enrique Martinez Flores, accused of leading criminal operations for the Venezuelan gang designated a foreign terrorist organization in 2025, arrived in Houston on Thursday after Colombia transferred him at U.S. request. FBI Director Kash Patel called the extradition history…
BloombergErebor Bank, Backed by Peter Thiel, Proposes Restoring Venezuelan Banks' Access to U.S. Financial System
Erebor Bank, a startup backed by Peter Thiel, has approached top Venezuelan officials with a proposal to restore the sanctioned country's access to the U.S. financial system. The pitch marks an attempt by a fintech venture to navigate long-standing sanctions on Venezuela.
thehindu.comWorld Bank Officials to Visit Caracas Following Restoration of Formal Ties
A delegation from the World Bank will travel to Caracas to meet Venezuelan government authorities. The visit marks the first such engagement since the two sides reestablished formal relations last month. Sources said the trip aims to reopen direct dialogue after years of severed…
The IndependentRubio Wears Nike Tracksuit on Air Force One Referencing Maduro Image
Secretary of State Marco Rubio was photographed aboard Air Force One wearing a black Nike tracksuit with "Venezuela" printed on it. White House Communications Director Steven Cheung posted the image on X with the caption "Secretary Rubio rocking the Nike Tech ‘Venezuela’ on Air F…
thehindu.comUS Imports of Venezuelan Crude Oil Reach 7.5-Year High
US imports of Venezuelan crude oil rose to a 7.5-year high last week. The increase elevated Venezuela to the second-largest source of US crude imports, behind only Canada. The data reflect a shift in sourcing patterns for American refiners.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWhite House Shares Photo of Secretary of State in Same Attire as Captured Former Venezuelan President
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung posted a photograph of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wearing the same Nike Tech jacket that former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro wore at the time of his capture. The image was shared via Kellie Meyer News. The post hig…
newser.comVenezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Discusses Plans to Return
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado spoke with NPR about her intention to return to Venezuela. The conversation aired on All Things Considered on May 11, 2026. Machado has been a prominent figure in efforts to challenge the current government.
bbc.co.ukWhite House Adviser Agen Discusses Venezuela Investment and Elections
Jarrod Agen, executive director of the White House’s National Energy Dominance Council, appeared on the POLITICO Energy Podcast. He addressed the Trump administration’s plans to encourage new investment in Venezuela following the capture of Nicholas Maduro.
winnipegfreepress.comVenezuela Reports Environmental Damage From Oil Spill Originating in Trinidad and Tobago
Venezuela's Foreign Ministry said an oil spill from Trinidad and Tobago has caused serious environmental damage to coastlines in two Venezuelan states and the Gulf of Paria. Trinidad and Tobago officials reported that only 10 barrels were spilled and the incident was contained on…
hedgeco.netU.S. Forces Capture Nicolás Maduro in January Raid Following Secret Qatar-Mediated Talks
The United States captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a January 3 raid. Qatar had facilitated months of discussions on a potential transition of power, though Maria Corina Machado was never discussed as a possible leader. Venezuela has since thanked Qatar for i…
france24.comVenezuela to Defend Territorial Claim Over Essequibo Region at International Court
Acting leadership from Venezuela arrived in the Netherlands to present arguments before the International Court of Justice in a long-running border dispute with Guyana over the Essequibo region. The territory spans nearly 62,000 square miles and contains significant deposits of g…
Los Angeles TimesVenezuela Rejects Trump's Suggestion It Become 51st U.S. State
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez told the International Court of Justice on Monday that Venezuela has no intention of becoming a U.S. state after President Trump said he was seriously considering the idea. Rodríguez was in The Hague for the final day of hearings on Venezuela's lo…
foxnews.comVenezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Arrives at International Court of Justice in Guyana Border Dispute
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez traveled to The Hague to represent her country before the International Court of Justice. The case involves a long-running land dispute with Guyana over resource-rich territory. The hearing marks the latest step in the legal proceeding…
thehindubusinessline.comVenezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodriguez to Appear at ICJ in Guyana Border Dispute
Delcy Rodriguez will attend International Court of Justice proceedings over the oil-rich Essequibo region for the first time since Nicolas Maduro's abduction by U.S. forces in January 2026. The trip, announced Saturday, comes as Rodriguez balances compliance with U.S. demands and…
indiatoday.intoday.inNicolás Maduro Captured by U.S. Forces in Caracas, Taken to New York on Drug Charges
U.S. military forces seized Nicolás Maduro and his wife on January 3, 2026, placing them in federal custody in New York City on drug trafficking charges. President Donald Trump stated the U.S. would administer Venezuela pending a transition. The development comes as Venezuelan pl…
themarketherald.com.auU.S. Completes Removal of 13.5 kg of Enriched Uranium from Venezuela
The United States has removed 13.5 kilograms of uranium from a research reactor in Venezuela. The material was transported by land and sea to a facility in South Carolina. The International Atomic Energy Agency described the operation as complex and sensitive.
reason.comVenezuelan Authorities Confirm Death of Detainee Víctor Hugo Quero Navas in Custody
Carmen Navas spent a year searching prisons for her son, who was arrested in January 2025 and died in custody five months later. Venezuelan authorities acknowledged the death this week, listing respiratory failure as the cause. Human rights groups question the official account as…
uctoday.comJ.W. Marriott in Caracas Becomes De Facto Base for U.S. Embassy Operations
The J.W. Marriott hotel in Venezuela’s capital has become the primary workspace for U.S. diplomats, intelligence officers and business representatives following the closure of the American embassy in Caracas. The shift reflects broader changes in Venezuela and increased American…
Maha Capital Completes Merger and Updates Capital Structure
Maha Capital AB completed a merger that alters its capital structure and shifts its strategic focus toward fintech and a Venezuelan asset. The company outlined the changes during a discussion on May 6, 2026. The update includes details on the new ownership framework and business…
realitytea.comSupreme Court Allows Trump Administration to End TPS for Venezuelans
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a provisional ruling in 2025 authorizing the lifting of Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans. Nearly 600,000 now face legal uncertainty after the status, which permitted legal work and residence while return to Venezuel…
SemaforVenezuela's Oil Production and Exports Hit Highest Levels Since 2018
Venezuela's oil exports have hit their highest level since 2018 following a surge in crude production. This development comes after the U.S. captured former President Nicolás Maduro and installed a new leader open to private investment. Exports to India have risen considerably, i…
riotimesonline.comProtesters in Santiago Demand Release of Political Prisoners in Venezuela
Protesters gathered in Santiago to call for the release of political prisoners in Venezuela. Some participants chained themselves together symbolically while waving flags and chanting for freedom. The demonstration highlighted ongoing concerns about human rights in Venezuela.
The Washington PostFormer Florida Rep. David Rivera Convicted in Venezuela Lobbying Case
A federal jury convicted former U.S. Rep. David Rivera and associate Esther Nuhfer on charges related to a secret $50 million lobbying effort for Venezuela's government during the first Trump administration. The case involved failing to register as foreign agents and money launde…
news.sky.comExxon CEO Says Venezuela Offers Oil Opportunity
Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods highlighted a shift in the company's stance on Venezuela, describing it as a significant resource now more accessible. He discussed the firm's quarterly results and resilience to disruptions from the Iran war. Woods emphasized Exxon's positioning to d…
thegatewaypundit.comEx-Congressman Convicted as Unregistered Venezuela Agent
A federal jury in Miami convicted a former U.S. congressman and a lobbyist of secretly working for the Venezuelan government without registering under federal law. The verdict highlights enforcement of disclosure rules for foreign influence in U.S. politics, with potential prison…
manilatimes.netFirst US Commercial Flight in Seven Years Lands in Caracas
The first nonstop commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela in seven years departed from Miami and arrived in Caracas on Thursday. Officials from both countries attended a ceremony marking the event, highlighting improved diplomatic and economic ties following the…
sbs.com.auU.S. Removes Venezuelan President Maduro
U.S. forces seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January 2026, leading to Vice President Delcy Rodríguez assuming the presidency. The Trump administration has supported resumed U.S. oil operations in Venezuela but has not prioritized a political transition. Venezuelan op…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. Special Forces Soldier Pleads Not Guilty to Betting on Maduro Capture
A U.S. Army Special Forces soldier pleaded not guilty to federal charges for allegedly using classified information to bet on the capture of former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The soldier, accused of winning over $400,000 on prediction market bets, participated in the opera…
france24.comU.S. Special Forces Soldier Charged with Insider Trading on Maduro Capture Bets Pleads Not Guilty
Gannon Ken Van Dyke, a U.S. Army master sergeant, entered a not guilty plea in New York federal court to charges including commodities fraud and wire fraud. Prosecutors allege he used classified information from his role in the Maduro capture mission to win over $400,000 on Polym…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewVenezuela Faces Potential Economic Growth After Maduro's Removal
Venezuela may see economic growth following the U.S. removal of President Nicolás Maduro in January 2026. An interim government under Delcy Rodríguez shares power with the United States, focusing on reviving the oil and mining sectors. Challenges include poverty, corruption, and…
joe.ieUS Names John M. Barrett as Chargé d’Affaires for Embassy in Caracas
Veteran diplomat John M. Barrett has arrived in Caracas to serve as chargé d’affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Venezuela, following his selection by the Trump administration. The embassy announced his arrival on Thursday. This marks a new phase in U.S. diplomatic presence after the…
Frank Vizetelly / Wikimedia (Public domain)Venezuela Ends Political Prisoner Release Program
Human rights organizations in Venezuela have expressed criticism over interim President Delcy Rodríguez's announcement that a political prisoner release scheme is concluding after nine weeks. The amnesty law has led to the release of nearly 500 political prisoners, according to F…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. Allows Venezuelan Government to Fund Nicolás Maduro's Legal Defense
The U.S. government has stated that the Venezuelan government can pay for the defense of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro in his federal criminal case. The issue has persisted for weeks. Last month, a judge expressed skepticism about the U.S. rationale for previously block…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFormer French Detainees Participate in Ceremony to Remove Protest Portraits from Paris Parliament Gates
Jacques Paris and Cécile Kohler participated in a ceremony at France's parliament on April 14, 2026, to remove their portraits affixed to urge their release from Iran. The event followed their celebration at the Elysée Palace on April 8, marking the end of nearly four years in de…