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Venezuela Crisis News

Latest verified updates on Venezuela’s political crisis, U.S. intervention, oil-sector recovery, migration, democratic transition demands, and regional fallout.

This reporting flow is updated continuously from verified sources, ensuring high-fidelity intelligence regarding the ongoing operations, diplomatic efforts, and humanitarian situations on the ground.

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KEY ACTORS
Nicolás Maduro—President of Venezuela since 2013, contested re-election in 2024
Opposition coalition—Political opposition challenging the Maduro government's legitimacy
FANB—Bolivarian National Armed Forces — national military loyal to the Maduro government
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
CaracasBorder regions (Colombia/Brazil)Essequibo dispute with GuyanaOil sector instability
KEY STATISTICS
DISPLACED7.7 million Venezuelans displaced abroad (R4V coordination platform, 2024)
ESCALATIONJuly 2024 — Disputed presidential election results spark widespread protests and international condemnation
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center171d ago

IMF, World Bank restore relations with Venezuela

The IMF and World Bank have resumed formal engagement with Venezuela. The move further legitimizes the Latin American country's interim government and paves the way for financial support.

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US eases sanctions on state-run Venezuelan banks
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BBC Latin America
center172d ago

US eases sanctions on state-run Venezuelan banks

The US Treasury Department issued licenses on Tuesday, temporarily easing sanctions on Venezuela's central bank and other state-run financial institutions. This move allows these entities to re-enter the global financial market and use US dollars, potentially facilitating oil revenue to reach Venezuela.

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Delcy Rodriguez calls for a ‘Venezuela free of sanctions’ amid US detente
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Al Jazeera
center173d ago

Delcy Rodriguez calls for a ‘Venezuela free of sanctions’ amid US detente

Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez called for the US to lift all sanctions on Tuesday, arguing that recent limited relief is insufficient for economic recovery. She stated that a sanctions-free environment is necessary to attract foreign investment and provide legal certainty for businesses.

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Venezuela : 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez
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dw.com
center173d ago

Venezuela : 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Following Nicolas Maduro's capture on January 3, acting President Delcy Rodriguez has consolidated power and initiated cooperation with the US government. Her administration is implementing a three-phase plan, focusing on internal power consolidation and economic recovery by attracting foreign investment.

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center173d ago

Venezuela: President Rodriguez's first 100 days in power

After the US ousted Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro, Washington outlined a three-phase plan for the country. Now, 100 days into interim President Delcy Rodriguez's tenure, the question looms: Will she allow elections?.

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center173d ago

Venezuela: 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez

After the US ousted Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro, Washington outlined a three-phase plan for the country. Now, 100 days into interim President Delcy Rodriguez's tenure, the question looms: Will she allow elections?.

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Police in Venezuela block protesters calling for higher wages, pensions
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Al Jazeera
center178d ago

Police in Venezuela block protesters calling for higher wages, pensions

In Caracas, Venezuela, police blocked protesters on Thursday who were demanding higher wages and pensions due to persistent cost of living issues. Union leaders and workers were attempting to reach the presidential palace but were halted by National Police blockades.

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The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil
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BBC Latin America
center180d ago

The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil

Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.

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US lifts sanctions on Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodríguez
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BBC Latin America
center185d ago

US lifts sanctions on Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodríguez

The United States has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, citing progress in bilateral relations and promoting stability. This move follows the US seizure of former leader Nicolás Maduro and comes amid ongoing discussions about Venezuela's oil and mineral wealth.

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DW News
center186d ago

Hungary's Watergate: Secret service tried to infiltrate the political opposition

Hungary's Constitution Protection Office allegedly attempted to infiltrate the opposition Tisza Party in July 2025 to obstruct their election chances. The government has not denied the revelations, instead claiming it was a response to alleged Ukrainian espionage.

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center186d ago

US lifts sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez

The United States lifted sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez on Wednesday, removing her from the Specially Designated Nationals List. This action allows Rodriguez to engage more freely with US companies and investors, following the US-backed ouster of her predecessor, Nicolas Maduro.

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US removes sanctions on Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez
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Al Jazeera
center186d ago

US removes sanctions on Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez

The United States has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez, removing her from the Specially Designated Nationals List. This action follows the US abduction and imprisonment of former President Nicolas Maduro, and signals a shift in US-Venezuela relations under President Trump.

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Analysis : Why America hard - power military might isnt ending the Iran war
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cnn.com
left188d ago

Analysis : Why America hard - power military might isnt ending the Iran war

Despite the US possessing superior military and economic power, Iran has leveraged its control of the Strait of Hormuz to inflict significant economic and political costs. This strategic move has created a contest of leverage where an unequivocal US victory would likely incur unacceptable damage.

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More than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blame
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BBC Africa
center187d ago

More than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blame

Over 70 miners were killed by gunmen in Jebel Iraq, South Sudan, over the weekend. Government officials accused rebel forces, while the SPLM-IO blamed government soldiers for the violence in the mineral-rich area.

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Analysis : Why America hard - power military might isnt ending the Iran war
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left188d ago

Analysis : Why America hard - power military might isnt ending the Iran war

Despite superior military and economic power, the US faces challenges in its conflict with Iran, as Iran's strategic leverage, particularly the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, imposes significant economic and political costs. The US possesses the military capability to force the Strait open, but doing so risks escalation and propaganda victories for Iran, limiting President Trump's options for achieving an unequivocal victory.

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US reopens embassy in Venezuela after seizing Nicolas Maduro
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dw.com
center188d ago

US reopens embassy in Venezuela after seizing Nicolas Maduro

The United States reopened its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, on March 30, 2026, after closing it in 2019 following Nicolas Maduro's disputed election. This move, occurring after Maduro's January seizure and extradition to the US on drug trafficking charges, aims to strengthen diplomatic engagement with Venezuela's interim government.

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center189d ago

Taiwan opposition leader accepts Xi's invite to visit China

Taiwan's Kuomintang (KMT) party chairperson, Cheng Li-wun, will visit China in April after accepting an invitation from President Xi Jinping. The KMT stated Cheng hopes to promote peaceful cross-strait relations and strengthen exchanges, while China views Taiwan as its territory and refuses dialogue with Taiwan's current government.

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Middle East crisis live : Trump says he wants to take the oil in Iran and could seize Kharg Island easily | US - Israel war on Iran
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theguardian.com
left189d ago

Middle East crisis live : Trump says he wants to take the oil in Iran and could seize Kharg Island easily | US - Israel war on Iran

US President Donald Trump stated his preference is to seize Iran's oil and Kharg Island, while the Israeli military announced attacks on Iranian infrastructure throughout Tehran. Amid escalating conflict, a UN peacekeeper was killed in Lebanon, and South Korean airlines are seeking to redirect jet fuel exports due to supply concerns.

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Reza Pahlavi pledges to ‘make Iran great again’ at 2026 CPAC conference
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Al Jazeera
center190d ago

Reza Pahlavi pledges to ‘make Iran great again’ at 2026 CPAC conference

Reza Pahlavi spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Texas, urging President Trump to pursue regime change in Iran. He pledged to "make Iran great again" amid the ongoing US-Israeli war against Iran, which began one month prior.

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Sanctioned oil tanker enters united kingdom waters day after government crackdown threat
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bbc.co.uk
center191d ago

Sanctioned oil tanker enters united kingdom waters day after government crackdown threat

A sanctioned oil tanker, VAYU 1, carrying Russian oil, entered UK waters on March 26th. This occurred one day after the UK government announced forces could board such vessels to enforce sanctions.

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