US 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.
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Notable Quotes
"It was a 'brilliant strategic move' to intervene in Venezuela before Iran."
— Doug Burgum , Politician
"I think you’re going to see this government very concerned about providing the right kind of security."
— Doug Burgum , Politician
"My meetings were 'fantastically positive'."
— Doug Burgum , Politician
"These relations ought to result in the social and economic happiness of the Venezuelan people."
— Delcy Rodríguez , Politician
"We want to help those that want to come here to do constructive work with high integrity."
— Doug Burgum , Politician
"Venezuela’s government gave security assurances to mining companies interested in investing in the country."
— Doug Burgum , Politician
"such steps will strengthen relations between our two countries."
— Delcy Rodríguez , Politician
"Delcy Rodríguez, who is the President of Venezuela, is doing a great job, and working with US Representatives very well."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Chris Wright is the U.S. Energy Secretary.
Wife of Nicolás Maduro and involved in the Venezuelan government.
Delcy Rodriguez is the acting president of Venezuela, previously serving as Maduro's deputy.
Interim President of Venezuela who signed an amnesty bill approved by the National Assembly.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Interior Secretary involved in the approval process of clean energy projects.
Venezuelan opposition lawmaker who claimed to be interim president.
A prominent exiled opposition leader in Venezuela who won the Nobel Peace Prize.
The President of Venezuela, involved in a long-standing political crisis.
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The US said the two sides would make joint efforts to promote stability after the US seized Maduro and his wife.
The United States and Venezuela have agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations following the ouster of former President Nicolás Maduro via a U.S. military operation in January 2026. This marks a significant shift in their historically adversarial relationship.
The United States and Venezuela have agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations, marking a significant shift in their historically adversarial relationship. This move follows a U.S. military operation that deposed former President Nicolás Maduro in January.
The United States and Venezuela have agreed to restore diplomatic and consular relations, reopening a formal channel between Washington and Caracas for the first time since ties were severed in 2019. This decision follows the U.S. operation in January that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro.
The United States and Venezuela have agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations following the ouster of former President Nicolás Maduro via a U.S. military operation in January 2026. This marks a significant shift in a historically strained relationship, aiming to promote stability and economic recovery in Venezuela.
The U.S. government has issued a license authorizing dealings with Venezuela's state-owned gold mining company, Minerven. This move is part of the Trump administration's strategy to exert greater control over Venezuela's natural resources and reduce Chinese influence in the global critical minerals market.
The United States and Venezuela are restoring diplomatic ties after the capture of Nicolás Maduro in January. The re-establishment aims to support Venezuela’s economy and political transition, with U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum visiting Caracas to discuss critical minerals.
The United States and Venezuela have decided to restore diplomatic ties after nearly a decade, aiming for a peaceful democratic transition and closer cooperation on mining and oil, according to the US State Department.
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