Trump considers Venezuela as the 51st state, pointing to $40 trillion in oil resources.
Venezuela Resumes Trade Relations with the US Live reports from Caracas indicate that Venezuela is opening up its economy again, specifically in terms of trade with the United States. This includes a notable increase in crude oil exports, which have hit a seven-year peak at 1.23 million barrels per day. This shift follows American Airlines […]
Venezuela Acknowledges That ‘Missing’ Political Prisoner Died as a Hostage Last Year
Venezuela’s Political Prisoner Death Confirmed On Thursday, Venezuela’s socialist government acknowledged the death of political prisoner Victor Hugo Quero Navas, which occurred in July 2025. This revelation followed a prolonged 16-month search by his 82-year-old mother, Carmen Teresa Navas. Quero Navas, a 50-year-old businessman, was arrested in January 2025. Throughout the year, his family, especially […]
Mother-in-law on the run captured in Venezuela over beauty queen’s murder
Arrest Made in Murder of Former Beauty Queen Mexican authorities announced on Thursday that they have apprehended the mother-in-law wanted for the murder of Carolina Flores Gomez, a former beauty queen. This follows a two-week investigation into her death. Carolina Flores Gomez, who was crowned Miss Teen Universe Baja California in 2017, was tragically shot […]
U.S. Ambassador Arrives to Head Embassy in Venezuela
New U.S. Diplomat Arrives in Venezuela to Support Democracy John M. Barrett, an experienced U.S. diplomat, arrived in Caracas on Thursday to take over as the head of the U.S. Embassy in Venezuela. This move is part of President Donald Trump’s strategy aimed at restoring democracy in the country. Barrett, who has had a long […]
Venezuela Sends Suspect in 1994 Hezbollah Airplane Bombing to Panama
Venezuela Extradites Key Suspect in 1994 Bombing The U.S. Embassy in Panama announced on Monday that Venezuela has extradited Ali Zaki Haji Jalil, a man long implicated in the 1994 bombing of Alas Chiricanas Flight 901, which took place in Panama. This extradition marks a significant development in a case that has lingered for over […]
Chevron and Shell’s Agreements in Venezuela Support Trump’s Approach
Big Oil is ramping up its efforts in Venezuela’s oil sector, aligning with the Trump administration’s initiative to breathe new life into the country’s economy. On Monday, Chevron announced it had signed two contracts, while Shell is expected to finalize its own significant agreement later this week, further entrenching itself in the productive Orinoco belt. […]
Venezuela Enacts New Mining Legislation to Draw U.S. and International Investment
Venezuela Introduces New Mining Law to Attract Foreign Investment On Thursday, Venezuela’s parliament approved a new mining law that aims to promote private entrepreneurship as the socialist government attempts to draw in U.S. and foreign investments following years of strict regulations. Controlled by the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), Congress has unanimously sanctioned […]
Catholics Criticize Venezuela for Stopping ‘Burning of Judas’ – Once Utilized to Oppose Socialists
Carlos Julio Rojas, a Venezuelan journalist and former political prisoner, recently accused the socialist government, led by acting president Delcy Rodriguez, of criminalizing the Catholic “Burning of Judah” Easter tradition. Rojas, who faced unjust detention by the Venezuelan regime shortly after participating in the 2024 Burning of Judah in Caracas, claimed that members of the […]
Trump humorously suggests he might run for president of Venezuela after his term ends
Trump Jokes About Running for President of Venezuela Recently, Donald Trump playfully suggested the idea of running for the presidency in Venezuela, stating he believes he has greater support in the polls than any other politician in that country. During a press conference on a Monday, where he was discussing the rescue of an Air […]
U.S. Embassy in Venezuela Reopens as Trump Initiative Progresses
U.S. Embassy in Caracas Reopens The U.S. Embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, has reopened as of Monday, marking a significant development in the Trump administration’s efforts to restore democracy in the country. The embassy had been shut down since March 2019 when Nicolas Maduro, the now-ousted leader, cut diplomatic ties with the U.S. Following a U.S. […]