Delcy Rodriguez

Venezuela's leader defends a US oil deal, sparking criticism from hardliners and opposition forces.

President Trump announced unprecedented US control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves through private partnerships, aiming to boost American fuel supplies and lower domestic gasoline prices while Venezuela seeks economic recovery and investment.

Trump announces a deal giving the US majority control of Venezuela's 65 billion barrels of oil reserves.

Venezuela opens relations with Israel, sparking speculation about its motivations.

Venezuela and Israel resume consular services after a 17-year diplomatic break.

Venezuela and Israel restore consular ties in a major shift in relations.

US senators introduce a resolution urging free and fair elections in Venezuela.

Venezuela's June earthquake death toll rises to 6,125, with nearly 61,000 people treated in hospitals.

Venezuela's severely deteriorated Paraguana refinery complex, operating at a fraction of its 955,000-barrel-per-day capacity due to decades of underinvestment and equipment failures, faces immense obstacles to revival despite Trump's promised $100 billion in foreign investment.

Venezuela withdraws from the International Criminal Court, citing geographical bias.

A US judge sets a 2027 trial date for Venezuela's Maduro and his wife on drug charges.

The US will not block Venezuelan Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's return to her home country.

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 4,490 as Recovery Effort Grinds On

Venezuela's earthquake death toll surpasses 4,300, leaving over 19,000 homeless.

IN PHOTOS: Venezuela earthquake death toll tops 3,800 as UN seeks USD 300 million in emergency aid

The United Nations launched a $296 million appeal for Venezuela earthquake relief as the death toll exceeded 3,800, displacing 18,000 residents and prompting calls to unfreeze Venezuela's $2 billion in frozen assets for reconstruction.

Trump abandoned diplomatic efforts with Iran after initially praising its leadership as rational, shifting to hostile rhetoric following escalating military confrontations in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving prospects for peace uncertain amid tit-for-tat strikes.

Trump negotiated a 25-year US-Venezuela energy pact granting America 55% output from 17 oil fields holding 65 billion barrels, potentially generating $209 billion in Venezuelan taxes while aiming to boost production to 1.5 million barrels daily, though experts doubt rapid price relief for American consumers.

The US secures control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil.

President Trump announced the United States secured majority control of Venezuela's 65 billion oil barrels through a partnership with private operators, aiming to double American reserves, increase supply, and lower gas prices amid global energy constraints.

Venezuela's president pays tribute to Fidel Castro, sparking US criticism.

Israel and Venezuela renewed consular ties after 17 years of severed diplomatic relations.

Venezuela's oil production surged 17.6% to over one million barrels daily in June 2026 following Maduro's capture, though sanctions relief and reforms face skepticism from major oil firms wary of the country's expropriation history and political instability.

Two June earthquakes killed 6,125 people in Venezuela, with the government facing criticism over disaster response effectiveness, while World Bank estimates $20 billion in physical damage amid unclear international aid prospects.

Venezuela and the Dominican Republic agreed to restore diplomatic ties severed after a contested 2024 vote.

Venezuela's earthquake death toll rises to over 1,700 with La Guaira port now operational.

Venezuela opposition leader Maria Corina Machado refuses to participate in US-backed talks with the government.

Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela's ousted president, appeared in New York court Wednesday for his third hearing since U.S. military captured him in January, facing drug trafficking and firearms charges alongside his wife, with prosecutors proposing a June 2027 trial date.

Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez reshuffles diplomatic leadership with new appointments.

Venezuela earthquakes have killed 4,333 people and injured over 16,000, with many left homeless.

Cuba experienced its second nationwide blackout in five days due to a US fuel blockade and deteriorating infrastructure, marking the ninth outage since 2024 and fourth this year.

India completed Operation Amistad, a humanitarian mission in Venezuela, providing aid after catastrophic earthquakes.

Venezuela's government requested foreign nations release its frozen assets to fund earthquake reconstruction after a June 24 disaster killed over 3,811 people, caused 6.7 billion dollars in damages, and prompted the UN to seek 296 million dollars in emergency aid.

Venezuela's twin earthquakes killed 3,811 people, prompting interim President Delcy Rodriguez to call for lifting international sanctions to access frozen assets for reconstruction amid ongoing geopolitical disputes.

Trump announces a deal for a huge US stake in Venezuelan oil reserves.

Trump announces a deal for the US to control 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's oil reserves.

Trump announced a historic oil deal granting the US majority control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan reserves, promising nearly $100 billion in private investment and potentially doubling American oil reserves amid geopolitical tensions.

Trump considers all options for Cuba, including military action, according to Hegseth.

Venezuela and Israel have restored consular ties as their relations improve.

Nicolas Maduro's January 2026 capture enabled the U.S. to gain Venezuelan oil access, reduce Cuban-Iranian influence, and improve security cooperation, though the interim government has stalled democratic reforms and institutional weaknesses persist.

Venezuela's twin quakes killed 6,125 people and injured 17,000, leaving thousands homeless.

Venezuela's government and opposition will hold US-backed talks to pave the way for elections.

Chad becomes the fifth country to withdraw from the International Criminal Court amid US pressure and accusations of bias.

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado refuses to participate in US-backed talks with the government.

The USDA led a comprehensive humanitarian relief effort in Venezuela following twin earthquakes in June that killed approximately 3,800 people and displaced tens of thousands, with the U.S. committing over $180 million and expanding its influence following Maduro's capture.

Venezuela's twin quakes death toll rises to 4,490, with 16,740 injured and many left homeless.

Trump captured Venezuelan President Maduro in January, promising prosperity under US control of oil reserves. However, six months later, locals report conditions remain dire with expensive food, power outages, and continued political uncertainty.

Venezuela's earthquake death toll rises past 4,000 with thousands missing.

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez shifted toward Israel diplomatically, seeking US support to consolidate power after Maduro's ouster, signaling pragmatic realignment from decades of socialist anti-Israel positioning under the previous regime.

Trump now calls Iranian leaders "scum" after recent clashes escalated tensions between the US and Iran.