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Trump administration asks US Supreme Court to overturn ruling favoring Venezuelans' protections - Reuters
Trump administration asks US Supreme Court to overturn ruling favoring Venezuelans' protections Reuters
July 14, 2026Shell targets 2027 drilling at Venezuela's key offshore gas field, sources say - Reuters
Shell targets 2027 drilling at Venezuela's key offshore gas field, sources say Reuters
July 14, 2026Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 4,734, government says - Reuters
Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 4,734, government says Reuters
July 14, 2026Venezuela's Rodriguez taps Washington envoy for new foreign ministry post - Reuters
Venezuela's Rodriguez taps Washington envoy for new foreign ministry post Reuters
July 13, 2026Venezuela's smallest refinery restarts catalytic cracker, workers say - Reuters
Venezuela's smallest refinery restarts catalytic cracker, workers say Reuters
July 13, 2026Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 4,490 - Reuters
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 4,490 Reuters
July 12, 2026Venezuela quakes have killed 4,333, injured 16,740, National Assembly president says - Reuters
Venezuela quakes have killed 4,333, injured 16,740, National Assembly president says Reuters
July 11, 2026Teen Venezuela quake survivor mourns her 'young forever' friends - Reuters
Teen Venezuela quake survivor mourns her 'young forever' friends Reuters
July 11, 2026Overcrowded shelters, poor water access pose health risks after Venezuela quakes, PAHO says - Reuters
Overcrowded shelters, poor water access pose health risks after Venezuela quakes, PAHO says Reuters
July 9, 2026EXCLUSIVE Vitol moves to expand, open office in Venezuela, sources say - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE Vitol moves to expand, open office in Venezuela, sources say Reuters
July 8, 2026Venezuela complying with US requests on quake relief, envoy says, amid criticism of government response - Reuters
Venezuela complying with US requests on quake relief, envoy says, amid criticism of government response Reuters
July 7, 2026Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,342 - Reuters
Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,342 Reuters
July 5, 2026As Venezuela death toll rises, survivor recounts days beneath the rubble - Reuters
As Venezuela death toll rises, survivor recounts days beneath the rubble Reuters
July 4, 2026Death toll of Venezuela earthquakes rises to 2,645 - Reuters
Death toll of Venezuela earthquakes rises to 2,645 Reuters
July 3, 2026Rescuers pull man alive from Venezuela quake rubble nearly eight days later - Reuters
Rescuers pull man alive from Venezuela quake rubble nearly eight days later Reuters
July 2, 2026Cheers and applause as security guard rescued from rubble
Emergency workers managed to free Hernán Gil more than 100 hours after they had first located him under 140 tonnes of rubble.
July 2, 2026Trump presidency reignites its founding debate - how much power is too much?
What would the revolutionaries who broke from the British monarchy 250 years ago make of the current head of state?
July 2, 2026Young survivors of Venezuela quakes run shelters as search drags on - Reuters
Young survivors of Venezuela quakes run shelters as search drags on Reuters
July 1, 2026EXCLUSIVE: US military deploys over 900 personnel to Venezuela for earthquake response - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: US military deploys over 900 personnel to Venezuela for earthquake response Reuters
July 1, 2026Hopes of finding more survivors of Venezuela earthquakes fade - Reuters
Hopes of finding more survivors of Venezuela earthquakes fade Reuters
June 30, 2026Venezuela health system strained after earthquakes, WHO says - Reuters
Venezuela health system strained after earthquakes, WHO says Reuters
June 30, 2026Venezuela's Machado says she will return to Venezuela to help quake victims - Reuters
Venezuela's Machado says she will return to Venezuela to help quake victims Reuters
June 29, 2026Dogs, drones and sound detectors: How rescuers search for quake survivors
Rescuers armed with a range of techniques continue to search through the rubble in Venezuela.
June 29, 2026Five days after Venezuela's earthquakes, some communities still await help - Reuters
Five days after Venezuela's earthquakes, some communities still await help Reuters
June 29, 2026Rig explosion in Venezuela leaves at least 8 workers injured, sources say - Reuters
Rig explosion in Venezuela leaves at least 8 workers injured, sources say Reuters
June 29, 2026Anger directed at Venezuela's official response to earthquake recovery
Residents in quake-affected areas have expressed anger over the state's efforts to locate survivors and help victims, the BBC's Orla Guerin reports.
June 29, 2026Father and son rescued after four days buried under rubble of Venezuela's earthquakes - Reuters
Father and son rescued after four days buried under rubble of Venezuela's earthquakes Reuters
June 29, 2026Capricious, violent, arbitrary: Venezuela's twin quakes - Reuters
Capricious, violent, arbitrary: Venezuela's twin quakes Reuters
June 28, 2026Thirty-three people rescued, thousands still missing after Venezuela quakes - Reuters
Thirty-three people rescued, thousands still missing after Venezuela quakes Reuters
June 28, 2026Pope Leo prays for Venezuela quake victims - Reuters
Pope Leo prays for Venezuela quake victims Reuters
June 28, 2026Two boys rescued from Venezuela earthquake rubble after days of being trapped
Rescuers spent six hours carefully digging to reach one of the boys, as many residents continue searching through the rubble by hand, still waiting for heavy machinery to arrive.
June 28, 2026'Every person saved is a miracle': Families call to trapped loved ones in region devastated by Venezuela quakes
Families keep vigil at buildings where they fear their loved ones are trapped, but face an impossible task to move heavy debris.
June 27, 2026Watch: A race of against the clock for Venezuela earthquake rescuers
There is a sense that the next few hours will be critical for saving anyone who is still trapped, says the BBC's Dan Johnson reporting from the border of Venezuela and Columbia.
June 27, 2026Venezuela welcomes 1,600 foreign rescuers in urgent search for quake survivors - Reuters
Venezuela welcomes 1,600 foreign rescuers in urgent search for quake survivors Reuters
June 27, 2026Senior US officials frustrated by Machado bid to return to Venezuela after quakes, White House official says - Reuters
Senior US officials frustrated by Machado bid to return to Venezuela after quakes, White House official says Reuters
June 27, 2026New 4.9 quake felt in Venezuela, days after major earthquakes - Reuters
New 4.9 quake felt in Venezuela, days after major earthquakes Reuters
June 26, 2026Mother dies saving daughter in Venezuela earthquakes
Héctor Bello wrote on social media that "you gave your own life for our daughter" in the quakes which killed at least 920 people.
June 26, 2026Rescuers comb Venezuelan quake rubble, thousands reported missing - Reuters
Rescuers comb Venezuelan quake rubble, thousands reported missing Reuters
June 26, 2026Most Venezuelan city in the US rallies to help after quakes
In Doral, where more than 40% of residents are of Venezuelan origin, the community has come together to send aid to the country after it was hit by earthquakes.
June 26, 2026International aid heads to Venezuela after deadly earthquake - Reuters
International aid heads to Venezuela after deadly earthquake Reuters
June 25, 2026Starlink to provide free internet access to Venezuela users after earthquakes - Reuters
Starlink to provide free internet access to Venezuela users after earthquakes Reuters
June 25, 2026Thousands feared dead after two major earthquakes strike Venezuela - Reuters
Thousands feared dead after two major earthquakes strike Venezuela Reuters
June 25, 2026US says it is mobilizing assistance for Venezuela after earthquakes - Reuters
US says it is mobilizing assistance for Venezuela after earthquakes Reuters
June 25, 2026Venezuela's Rodriguez declares state of emergency after earthquake, does not give figure of dead - Reuters
Venezuela's Rodriguez declares state of emergency after earthquake, does not give figure of dead Reuters
June 25, 2026Buildings collapse as quakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely - Reuters
Buildings collapse as quakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely Reuters
June 24, 2026Trump anticipates better relationship with Colombia under new leader
Abelardo de la Espriella, who preliminary results suggest is Colombia's next president, had Trump's endorsement.
June 23, 2026Venezuela signs deal with US energy giant to rebuild power grid
The deal with General Electric is the latest sign of co-operation between US firms and Venezuela's interim government.
June 16, 2026Venezuela, General Electric sign cooperation agreement on power supply - Reuters
Venezuela, General Electric sign cooperation agreement on power supply Reuters
June 15, 2026Gold extends gains after US, Iran reach peace deal - Reuters
Gold extends gains after US, Iran reach peace deal Reuters
June 15, 2026Lazard bids to replace Centerview as Venezuela financial adviser, source says - Reuters
Lazard bids to replace Centerview as Venezuela financial adviser, source says Reuters
June 14, 2026US, India to tackle trade at G7 but deal not imminent, US officials say - Reuters
US, India to tackle trade at G7 but deal not imminent, US officials say Reuters
June 13, 2026US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in airstrike, Trump says
Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.
June 13, 2026Trump says U.S. military carried out a strike on leader of Tren de Aragua - Reuters
Trump says U.S. military carried out a strike on leader of Tren de Aragua Reuters
June 13, 2026American Airlines to resume US flights to Haiti in November - Reuters
American Airlines to resume US flights to Haiti in November Reuters
June 12, 2026Venezuela moves pacts forward with Shell, including Loran gas field - Reuters
Venezuela moves pacts forward with Shell, including Loran gas field Reuters
June 11, 2026Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit
Pope Leo XIV says Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Família is a masterpiece of "stones, colours and light" during his visit to Spain.
June 10, 2026Clashes as Venezuelan prisoners protest over alleged mistreatment
The prisoners insisted their protest was peaceful but that security forces deployed to quell it opened fire.
May 25, 2026Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse - Reuters
Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse Reuters
May 24, 2026Explainer: Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela - Reuters
Explainer: Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela Reuters
May 23, 2026Venezuelan official Alex Saab, a Maduro ally, deported to US - Reuters
Venezuelan official Alex Saab, a Maduro ally, deported to US Reuters
May 16, 2026Fire hits Venezuela gas facility, at least 6 workers hurt, sources say - Reuters
Fire hits Venezuela gas facility, at least 6 workers hurt, sources say Reuters
May 15, 2026Exclusive: Venezuela debt restructuring to bring country 'out of shadows,' central bank chief says - Reuters
Exclusive: Venezuela debt restructuring to bring country 'out of shadows,' central bank chief says Reuters
May 14, 2026Venezuela interim president arrives in Netherlands for Esequibo region hearing - Reuters
Venezuela interim president arrives in Netherlands for Esequibo region hearing Reuters
May 10, 2026Venezuela tells the World Court it has no jurisdiction in dispute with Guyana over oil-rich territory - Reuters
Venezuela tells the World Court it has no jurisdiction in dispute with Guyana over oil-rich territory Reuters
May 6, 2026Exclusive: Power suppliers hesitate as Venezuela seeks grid repairs without payment guarantees - Reuters
Exclusive: Power suppliers hesitate as Venezuela seeks grid repairs without payment guarantees Reuters
May 4, 2026Guyana tells World Court Venezuela's claim on oil-rich Esequibo region poses existential threat - Reuters
Guyana tells World Court Venezuela's claim on oil-rich Esequibo region poses existential threat Reuters
May 4, 2026Jury convicts former Florida congressman in Venezuela lobbying case
David Rivera, Marco Rubio's former housemate, was accused of accepting millions from the Maduro regime to lobby US politicians.
May 3, 2026US resumes commercial passenger air service to Venezuela after seven years - Reuters
US resumes commercial passenger air service to Venezuela after seven years Reuters
April 30, 2026Venezuela's Rodriguez says monthly minimum income will rise to $240 - Reuters
Venezuela's Rodriguez says monthly minimum income will rise to $240 Reuters
April 30, 2026The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal
The Army officer charged with using classified information to win $400,000 is also a real estate investor with rave reviews on Airbnb.
April 28, 2026US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal pleads not guilty to fraud charges
The Army officer has been accused of using classified information to win $400,000 on an online prediction market.
April 28, 2026Eni-Repsol joint venture seeking to increase gas output at Venezuela's Cardon IV - Reuters
Eni-Repsol joint venture seeking to increase gas output at Venezuela's Cardon IV Reuters
April 27, 2026Rights groups critical as Venezuela prisoner release scheme 'coming to an end'
More than 500 political prisoners are thought to still be in jail, despite the releases since the amnesty law was brought in.
April 25, 2026US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro
Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.
April 24, 2026Oilfield service firm Halliburton is discussing commercial terms with customers for Venezuela operations - Reuters
Oilfield service firm Halliburton is discussing commercial terms with customers for Venezuela operations Reuters
April 21, 2026Venezuela’s melting 'permafrost' draws debt investors' optimism - Reuters
Venezuela’s melting 'permafrost' draws debt investors' optimism Reuters
April 20, 2026IMF, World Bank say they are resuming dealings with Venezuela - Reuters
IMF, World Bank say they are resuming dealings with Venezuela Reuters
April 16, 2026US issues license allowing transactions with some Venezuelan banks - Reuters
US issues license allowing transactions with some Venezuelan banks Reuters
April 14, 2026Chevron, Shell to sign agreements for oil, gas areas in Venezuela, sources say - Reuters
Chevron, Shell to sign agreements for oil, gas areas in Venezuela, sources say Reuters
April 13, 2026Venezuela's Rodriguez announces 'responsible increase' to wages from May - Reuters
Venezuela's Rodriguez announces 'responsible increase' to wages from May Reuters
April 8, 2026The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil
Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
April 7, 2026US lifts sanctions on Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodríguez
It is the latest sign of warming relations between the US and Venezuela after Nicolás Maduro was seized in a commando raid.
April 2, 2026US prosecutors argue Maduro 'plundered' Venezuelan wealth in court battle over legal fees
A judge said the right to defence was paramount as prosecutors argued the couple should not be able to use Venezuelan funds to pay lawyers.
March 26, 2026Venezuela oil production has reached 1.1 mln bpd in March - Reuters
Venezuela oil production has reached 1.1 mln bpd in March Reuters
March 25, 2026Exxon says its team is in Venezuela evaluating oil opportunities - Reuters
Exxon says its team is in Venezuela evaluating oil opportunities Reuters
March 25, 2026Marco Rubio testifies in former housemate's Maduro lobbying trial
Rubio's former housemate is charged with illegally trying to influence the first Trump administration on behalf of the Venezuelan government.
March 24, 2026Dollar scarcity in Venezuela forces small firms to raise prices, turn to crypto - Reuters
Dollar scarcity in Venezuela forces small firms to raise prices, turn to crypto Reuters
March 23, 2026Report: Venezuela players to split $3.375M of record $37M WBC prize pool - Reuters
Report: Venezuela players to split $3.375M of record $37M WBC prize pool Reuters
March 18, 2026Venezuela's acting president replaces long-time defense minister with intelligence head - Reuters
Venezuela's acting president replaces long-time defense minister with intelligence head Reuters
March 18, 2026White House says US seeking fertilizer from Venezuela, Morocco - Reuters
White House says US seeking fertilizer from Venezuela, Morocco Reuters
March 17, 2026UN receives reports alleging torture of detainees in Venezuela continues
The UN is deeply concerned by allegations there have been incidents of torture after Nicolás Maduro's ouster.
March 16, 2026Venezuela stun Japan to reach WBC semi-finals, Italy eliminate Puerto Rico - Reuters
Venezuela stun Japan to reach WBC semi-finals, Italy eliminate Puerto Rico Reuters
March 15, 2026Venezuela's students reclaim the streets after years of oppression - Reuters
Venezuela's students reclaim the streets after years of oppression Reuters
March 14, 2026US prosecutors defend block on Venezuelan state funds for Maduro's defense - Reuters
US prosecutors defend block on Venezuelan state funds for Maduro's defense Reuters
March 14, 2026US veteran flees ahead of US trial over failed 2020 Maduro ouster plot - Reuters
US veteran flees ahead of US trial over failed 2020 Maduro ouster plot Reuters
March 13, 2026China says US talks vital as Trump targets Beijing's key partners - Reuters
China says US talks vital as Trump targets Beijing's key partners Reuters
March 8, 2026Exclusive: Investors headed to post-Maduro Venezuela to scout out opportunities - Reuters
Exclusive: Investors headed to post-Maduro Venezuela to scout out opportunities Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump announces new military coalition to 'eradicate cartels' in Western Hemisphere - Reuters
Trump announces new military coalition to 'eradicate cartels' in Western Hemisphere Reuters
March 7, 2026Days after Iran strikes, Trump hosts Latin American leaders with China in focus - Reuters
Days after Iran strikes, Trump hosts Latin American leaders with China in focus Reuters
March 7, 2026One week into Iran war, the dangers for the US and Trump multiply - Reuters
One week into Iran war, the dangers for the US and Trump multiply Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president
The president also calls on Tehran to pick new leaders who are "acceptable" to the White House after six days of war.
March 7, 2026China spent years building ties in Latin America. Can Trump make room for the US?
US President Donald Trump will meet with ideologically-aligned Latin American leaders to try and counter China's influence in the region.
March 7, 2026Inside Venezuela's political transition two months after Maduro's ousting
The BBC's Ione Wells reports from the country and speaks to recently freed opposition politicians about the government's future and relations with the US.
March 6, 2026Trump sets his sights on crisis-hit Cuba after Iran action
The US president has claimed the Cuban authorities “want to make a deal so bad”.
March 6, 2026Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender' - Reuters
Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender' Reuters
March 6, 2026US and Venezuela agree to resume diplomatic ties after Maduro capture
The US said the two sides would make joint efforts to promote stability after the US seized Maduro and his wife.
March 6, 2026Trump: want to finish Iran then Cuba 'question of time' - Reuters
Trump: want to finish Iran then Cuba 'question of time' Reuters
March 5, 2026Dirty laundry and chocolate bars: How Venezuelan prisoners smuggled messages out of jail
Prisoners recently released from detention in Venezuela describe the conditions under which they were held.
March 5, 2026Millions of Cubans plunged into darkness as fuel crisis deepens
Fuel shortages have been exacerbated by a US oil blockade since the seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
March 4, 2026USDOT approves American Airlines flights to Venezuela - Reuters
USDOT approves American Airlines flights to Venezuela Reuters
March 4, 2026Venezuela mining reform coming soon, acting president says, as US official hails potential - Reuters
Venezuela mining reform coming soon, acting president says, as US official hails potential Reuters
March 4, 2026US Senate to vote on Trump's war powers as Iran conflict continues
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.
March 4, 2026US and Ecuador forces launch operation to fight drug trafficking
Washington says the two countries are combatting what the US calls designated terrorist organisations in the South American country.
March 4, 2026Exclusive: US turns up heat on Venezuela with threat to indict new leader Delcy Rodriguez - Reuters
Exclusive: US turns up heat on Venezuela with threat to indict new leader Delcy Rodriguez Reuters
March 3, 2026Exxon to send team to Venezuela in a few weeks, executive says - Reuters
Exxon to send team to Venezuela in a few weeks, executive says Reuters
March 3, 2026Trump's Asian allies fear Iran war will sap defences against China - Reuters
Trump's Asian allies fear Iran war will sap defences against China Reuters
March 3, 2026Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - Reuters
Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi Reuters
March 3, 2026Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed
Israel and the US believe Iran's regime is vulnerable, dealing with an economic crisis and the aftermath of protests.
February 28, 2026Watch: Smoke rises in Tehran as explosions heard across country
The BBC's Jon Donnison in Jerusalem reports as Trump says "major combat operations" have begun.
February 28, 2026Trump raises prospect of 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, says Rubio in talks - Reuters
Trump raises prospect of 'friendly takeover' of Cuba, says Rubio in talks Reuters
February 27, 2026Blackouts and emergency aid: Why the Cuban Revolution faces its biggest threat yet
Will a worsening internal crisis create the conditions for the Cuban Revolution to unravel from within?
February 27, 2026Venezuela fuel station operators declare emergency on minimal earnings-document, sources - Reuters
Venezuela fuel station operators declare emergency on minimal earnings-document, sources Reuters
February 26, 2026Eni can now receive oil from Venezuela as payment for gas, CEO says - Reuters
Eni can now receive oil from Venezuela as payment for gas, CEO says Reuters
February 26, 2026US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties - Reuters
US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties Reuters
February 26, 2026Watch: Iran, Olympics and partisan divisions among takeaways from Trump speech
The US president's speech to Congress included spats with political rivals and special guests.
February 25, 2026Trump hits out at reports that top US general warned against attacking Iran
General Dan Caine has warned that strikes against Iran could be risky, potentially drawing the US into a prolonged conflict, US media report.
February 24, 2026US says it struck vessel in Caribbean, killing three men - Reuters
US says it struck vessel in Caribbean, killing three men Reuters
February 23, 2026More than 1,500 Venezuelan political prisoners apply for amnesty
The announcement by the head of Venezuela's National Assembly comes amid US pressure following the capture of ex-President Nicolás Maduro.
February 22, 2026From Venezuela to immigration crackdown, Project 2025 provided Trump's roadmap
Just a year into Trump's second term, and about half of Project 2025's policies have been implemented, observers say.
February 22, 2026Venezuela has received more than 1,550 requests under amnesty law - Reuters
Venezuela has received more than 1,550 requests under amnesty law Reuters
February 21, 2026Exclusive: Cuban security forces exit Venezuela as US pressure mounts - Reuters
Exclusive: Cuban security forces exit Venezuela as US pressure mounts Reuters
February 21, 2026Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy - Reuters
Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy Reuters
February 21, 2026JPMorgan taps CHIPS, defense officials for $1.5 trillion security initiative push, memo says - Reuters
JPMorgan taps CHIPS, defense officials for $1.5 trillion security initiative push, memo says Reuters
February 20, 2026Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed
Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after "almost nine months" of imprisonment.
February 20, 2026US negotiating with India on Venezuelan oil sale, US envoy says - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Trump's foreign policy dilemma laid bare by Iran tensions
The president’s calls for peace and willingness to exert military power can at times feel like competing impulses.
February 20, 2026What's the status of international oil companies in Venezuela? - Reuters
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February 19, 2026Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain
The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.
February 16, 2026