Venezuela
Venezuela govt, opposition wrap up round of post-Maduro talks
Two sides agree on two topics after several days of discussion: reforming the judiciary and seeking access to frozen funds to aid in earthquake recovery efforts.
6 DAYS AGO
Venezuela condemns Tank attack, FM Dar appreciates
Foreign Minister of Venezuela condemns the attack on a security checkpost in Tank district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the night between July 23 and 24, resulting in the martyrdom of 15 personnel.
July 26, 2026
Pakistan, Venezuela FMs discuss strengthening bilateral ties, economic cooperation
Dar conveys Pakistan’s heartfelt condolences over devastating earthquakes that recently struck Venezuela; reaffirms Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the government and the people of Venezuela during this difficult time and expressed confidence in their resilience and recovery.
July 19, 2026
Pakistan president, PM express condolences to Venezuela after deadly earthquake
Pakistani leadership expresses hope that the Venezuelan people would overcome the tragedy with courage and determination and that ongoing relief and rescue efforts would provide timely assistance to those in need.
June 25, 2026
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Twin earthquakes in Venezuela destroy buildings, sow panic
It was unknown if there were fatalities, but some buildings collapsed and roofs crumbled, Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello said.
June 25, 2026
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Trump posts graphic of Venezuela as 51st US state
The post -- published while Trump was en route to China for a high-stakes summit -- comes a day after Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, said her country had "never" considered becoming the 51st state, even after US forces captured deposed leader Nicolas Maduro in January.
May 13, 2026
First US-Venezuela direct flight in seven years leaves Miami
The first direct flight from the United States to Venezuela in seven years departed for Caracas on Thursday from Miami, an AFP reporter at the airport said.
April 30, 2026
US forces board tanker in Indian Ocean after Venezuela blockade evasion
US forces boarded the Panama-flagged tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from the Caribbean, accusing it of violating sanctions on Venezuelan and Iranian oil, the Department of War said in a statement on X.
February 16, 2026
New head of US mission in Venezuela arrives as ties warm
Laura Dogu arrives in Caracas. Venezuela’s foreign minister welcomed her as both countries work to restore ties and reopen the US embassy after Maduro’s ouster.
February 1, 2026
Rubio expects US diplomatic presence to return in Venezuela soon
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US expects to reopen a diplomatic presence in Venezuela soon after Maduro’s ouster, appointing Laura Dogu to lead efforts and restore engagement with authorities, civil society and opposition.
January 28, 2026