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Alina Habba-Ric Grenell feud: How $5.6 million Kennedy Center donation claim and Venezuela business ties sparked Trump’s probe

Alina Habba has accused Ric Grenell of failing to deposit a $5.6 million Kennedy Center donation from her husband, Turkish businessman Turhan Mildon. As the White House examines the allegations, Kennedy Center records show a $270,000 pledged donation but no contribution close to $5.6 million. Here’s how the dispute connects…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores deny US torture charges as 'false accusations'

Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty on Thursday to new torture charges brought against them by US authorities, calling them “false allegations". The couple has been held in a New York jail since their capture in early January and is facing a new…

France 24 · Oct 15

Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro says new torture allegations are 'false'

Nicolas Maduro and Cilia Flores are accused of leading a torture campaign against numerous victims, including Americans. They appeared in court while denying the charges and insisting they are innocent. The revised indictment includes accusations of overseeing torture methods and using psychological threats. Their trial date was set for June…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

Fresh Torture Charges Weighed: US may add counts over detained Americans; pair held in New York

The US could bring new criminal charges against ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores as early as Thursday over allegations that Americans detained in Venezuela were tortured, a US official familiar with the investigation said on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Oct 8

What happened to Maria Corina Machado, the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner?

María Corina Machado was forced to flee her home country but has not been able to return despite the U.S. removing president Nicolas Maduro from power. Jessie Williams reports on her supporters’ hopes she will one day come back to lead them

The Independent UK · Oct 7

Who could beat Trump to the Nobel Peace Prize this year?

IN FOCUS : Trump had his eyes on the peace prize in 2025 but was beaten by Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Alex Croft looks at who could scoop the prestigious title for this year

The Independent UK · Oct 7

US jails Marco Rubio ally David Rivera for secret Venezuela lobbying

David Rivera, a former congressman, received a 10-year prison sentence for unregistered lobbying for Venezuela. He was convicted for money laundering and failing to register as a foreign agent. During his trial, Marco Rubio stated they were once close friends but he knew nothing about the contract. Rivera claims his…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

Bad language: profane Trump brings presidential swearing out into open

President has let rip with swearwords in recent months, redefining norms about acceptable language in public office

The Guardian - US · Sep 27

Venezuela president returns from US visit with no deals, no firm election date

Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's interim President, attended the UN General Assembly in search of business deals. Her visit aimed to showcase Venezuela's potential for financial recovery after US sanctions were imposed. Despite high visibility, no concrete agreements were reached, illustrating deep US influence over her administration. Opposition parties are pressing for…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Trump Reportedly Told Venezuela's Leaders Elections Need To Happen. She Said Yes, But Not When.

Delcy Rodriguez said at the United Nations General Assembly that there would be elections but didn't give a specific date.

International Business Times · Sep 24