Venezuela Crisis News

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

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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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US’s Chevron, Italy’s Eni to expand oil projects in Venezuela

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center31d ago

US’s Chevron, Italy’s Eni to expand oil projects in Venezuela

US energy firm Chevron and Italy's Eni signed multibillion-dollar deals in Caracas on Wednesday to expand oil projects and boost Venezuela's output. These agreements follow a separate deal granting US-linked companies access to 17 Venezuelan oilfields, with US Energy Secretary Chris Wright stating the deals are critical for the country's prosperity.

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Al Jazeera

center31d ago

Venezuela’s Maduro asserts immunity in US court, urges dismissal of charges

Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro urged a US judge on Wednesday to dismiss criminal drug trafficking charges against him, arguing he holds sovereign immunity as a head of state. His legal team contends the US courts lack jurisdiction, a claim experts suggest faces an uphill battle as Washington has not recognized Maduro's legitimacy since 2019.

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BBC Latin America

center31d ago

Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?

Alejandro Betancourt, a Venezuelan oil baron, heads North American Blue Energy Partners (Nabep), a company overseeing 17 Venezuelan oil fields under a deal granting US control. Betancourt, who has a history of business dealings with the Venezuelan government, has faced investigations in five countries, though he has never been convicted of a crime.

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Al Jazeera

center32d ago

US oil giant Chevron to expand Venezuela operations

US oil giant Chevron announced it will expand its operations in Venezuela, doubling oil production to approximately 600,000 barrels per day over five years and investing over $7 billion. This expansion, which includes acquiring additional acreage in the Orinoco Belt, aims to leverage Venezuela's extensive oil reserves and is separate from a recent US government equity stake deal.

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Al Jazeera

center33d ago

Who is Alejandro Betancourt, ex-Chavez ally now Trump’s Venezuela oil man?

Venezuelan businessman Alejandro Betancourt, who previously profited under Hugo Chavez and faced money laundering investigations, has been tapped by the Trump administration to lead a new US-backed oil venture. The deal grants the US majority control over 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, with Betancourt's North American Blue Energy Partners taking a 35 percent stake.

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BBC Latin America

center33d ago

Watch: Why is the US-Venezuela oil deal so controversial?

President Donald Trump announced the US has struck a deal to control more than 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves.

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Al Jazeera

center51d ago

Talks between government and opposition mark a new chapter for Venezuela

Venezuelan government and opposition representatives concluded six days of talks in Caracas on Wednesday, agreeing to reform the judiciary and unlock frozen assets to fund post-earthquake recovery. This marks the first meeting between the two sides since the US abducted and imprisoned former President Nicolas Maduro, with analysts noting the proposed judicial overhaul, including replacing all Supreme Tribunal of Justice magistrates, as a significant development for democratic change.

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BBC Latin America

center51d ago

Teens who fled Venezuela after deadly quakes caught in another disaster in Colombia

Venezuelan teenagers Deivi and Winder Delfín, who fled La Guaira after deadly June earthquakes killed three family members, relocated to Cali, Colombia, only to experience another magnitude 7.4 earthquake three days later. The brothers, who assisted in the month-long search for their mother, grandmother, and younger brother amidst the Venezuelan rubble, are now grappling with the trauma of a second major seismic event in Colombia.

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DW News

center52d ago

When the earth moves: 6 major earthquakes of 2026

On June 24, Venezuela experienced a deadly double earthquake, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, killing over 6,300 people and devastating infrastructure in Caracas and northern regions. In contrast, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake off the Philippines on June 8 killed 107, demonstrating that quake strength does not solely determine casualty severity.

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DW News

center52d ago

When the earth moves: six major earthquakes of 2026

Colombia, Venezuela, Mindanao: Thousands have died in powerful earthquakes this year. Six such events show that the magnitude of the quake is not the only factor determining the scale of the disaster.

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Al Jazeera

center54d ago

Venezuela and Israel restore consular ties as relations warm

Venezuela and Israel announced on Tuesday the restoration of consular relations, a move that follows Israel's deployment of a team to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes and signals a significant realignment of Caracas's foreign policy. This development, occurring 17 years after Venezuela severed ties, indicates a warming of relations and a desire to provide services to citizens residing in both countries, aligning with a broader regional trend of restored ties with Israel.

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Al Jazeera

center57d ago

ICC body urges Chad and Venezuela to reverse course on withdrawal

The International Criminal Court's oversight body urged Chad and Venezuela on Friday to reverse their decisions to withdraw from the tribunal, citing concerns over weakening the global fight against impunity. Both nations announced their departures in late July, citing geographic bias and uneven record, joining a growing list of countries exiting the court amid US pressure.

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aljazeera.com

center60d ago

Demolition complicates the search for bodies after Venezuela earthquakes | Earthquakes News

Six weeks after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, demolition efforts are underway in La Guaira, with one unstable building brought down by controlled explosion on July 30. Survivors like Glenda Viloria continue searching for missing loved ones among the wreckage, facing difficult decisions as demolition complicates recovery efforts for thousands still unaccounted for.

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Al Jazeera

center60d ago

Demolition complicates the search for bodies after Venezuela’s earthquakes

On June 24, twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing widespread destruction and an estimated 6,125 deaths, though thousands remain missing. Demolition of damaged buildings, including a controlled explosion on July 30 in La Guaira, complicates recovery efforts for survivors like Glenda Viloria, who is still searching for her nephew's body amidst the rubble.

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dw.com

center61d ago

Venezuela earthquake death toll crosses 6 , 000

Top lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez reported on Monday that Venezuela's twin earthquakes on June 24 have killed 6,125 people, with unofficial estimates suggesting between 17,000 and 29,500 remain unaccounted for. The quakes caused nearly 200 building collapses, primarily in La Guaira, and have led to thousands living in makeshift shelters as cleanup operations continue.

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aljazeera.com

center61d ago

Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes passes 6 , 000

National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced on Monday that the confirmed death toll from two earthquakes striking Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 6,125, with 61,000 treated in hospitals. The announcement comes amid criticism of the government's response and with the World Bank estimating nearly $20 billion in physical damage from the tremors.

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Al Jazeera

center61d ago

Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes passes 6,000

National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced on Monday that 6,125 people have been confirmed dead from earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, with 61,000 treated in hospitals. The updated figures emerge as the government faces criticism for its response to the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 tremors that heavily impacted La Guaira and Caracas.

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center63d ago

Venezuela and the Dominican Republic say they will work to restore ties

Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have agreed to a roadmap for the gradual normalization of diplomatic ties, which were severed following the Dominican Republic's criticism of the contested 2024 presidential election results. This agreement, announced by Venezuela's foreign ministry, follows a period of sustained dialogue and aims to strengthen communication channels between the two nations.

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left63d ago

The time is now : Investors gear up to enter Venezuela despite enormous risks

Energy industry investors gathered in London to discuss opportunities in Venezuela's oil sector, with Apertura Energy's CEO stating "The time is now" for investment despite significant risks. Reforms under acting President Delcy Rodríguez have eased foreign investment requirements and sanctions have been partially lifted, leading to increased oil exports, primarily to the United States.

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aljazeera.com

center62d ago

Venezuela and the Dominican Republic say they will work to restore ties

Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have agreed to a roadmap for restoring diplomatic ties, severed after the Dominican Republic criticized the 2024 presidential election results. This decision follows a period of strained relations and aims to strengthen communication channels between the two nations for mutual benefit.

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