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upi.comworld2 hrs ago
Venezuela Interim President Defends Government Response After Earthquakes
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez stated the government is addressing damage from earthquakes that killed at least 3,300 people. FRANCE 24 journalists on the ground reported volunteers organizing independent relief efforts.
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jns.orgworld3 days ago
Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 2,595 as Morgues Overflow
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez reported at least 2,595 killed in twin earthquakes. Rescue operations continue with multiple survivors pulled from rubble days later, while morgues receive hundreds of bodies daily.
Japan Timespolitics9 days ago
Earthquakes kill nearly 1,000 in Venezuela, test acting president's response
A series of earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing nearly 1,000 people and injuring nearly 3,400 by Friday afternoon. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's administration and opposition groups are both organizing rescue and aid efforts.
vaticannews.vaworld19 days ago
Former Spanish Prime Minister Zapatero Appears for Graft Probe Hearing
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero arrived for a hearing tied to an influence-peddling investigation. The investigation centers on a 2021 bailout of airline Plus Ultra.
newser.comworld38 days ago
Cuban Pilot Sentenced to Seven Months for Immigration Fraud
Luis Raúl González-Pardo Rodríguez received a seven-month prison term after pleading guilty to lying about his military background on a permanent-residency application. He is expected to serve about ten more days because of time already served.
New York Postpolitics45 days ago
U.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.
The Hillpolitics45 days ago
Rubio Says Cuba Poses National Security Threat to U.S.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Cuba has long posed a national security threat to the United States. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez rejected the claim and accused Rubio of seeking to provoke military action.
sportsnet.cafinance55 days ago
Blue Jays Designate Eric Lauer for Assignment, Call Up Yariel Rodríguez and Sign Jack Nedrow
Toronto designated Eric Lauer for assignment after his latest poor outing pushed his ERA to 6.69 and gave him the American League lead with five losses. The club called up Yariel Rodríguez from Triple-A Buffalo while continuing to manage multiple pitching injuries and absences. I…
csmonitor.comworld56 days ago
Venezuela Enters New Political Era After Maduro’s Removal
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez has changed laws to attract American investors and opened direct talks with U.S. officials following the January 3 military operation that removed Nicolás Maduro. The developments have triggered a reckoning inside the Chavismo movement that has s…
Los Angeles Timespolitics56 days ago
Venezuela 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…
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foxnews.comworld56 days ago
Venezuela'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…
sbs.com.auworld67 days ago
U.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…
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forbes.comworld69 days ago
Venezuela 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…
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Frank Vizetelly / Wikimedia (Public domain)world71 days ago
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…
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Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez Holds Talks with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva
Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez announced she held talks with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. The discussions focused on next steps in engagement, including data sharing, policy advice and capacity building. This is part of renewed cooperation between Venezuela an…
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Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Promises Wage Increase for May 1
Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodríguez addressed public and private sector workers on Wednesday, requesting patience amid economic challenges. She announced a wage increase effective May 1, described as responsible to avoid inflation spikes. The address preceded planned work…