The Latest Breaking News from Nicolás Maduro

Marco Rubio Testifies Against Former Friend & Congressman Accused of Secretly Working for Maduro

On Tuesday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified against his longtime friend and former Florida congressman, David Rivera, who is accused of working for the Venezuelan government.

International Business Times · Mar 24

Rubio testifies in former congressman's Venezuela lobbying trial

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is testifying over his interactions with former Miami congressman David Rivera

The Independent UK · Mar 24

US democracy has settled into diminished state, experts find

Bright Line Watch researchers see stabilization in democratic health but at lower levels after sharp decline

The Guardian - US · Mar 24

Trump’s ‘Venezuela solution’ to Cuba would see the island nation returned to a client state

The U.S. and Cuban governments have been at odds since the conclusion of the Cuban Revolution 67 years ago. Yet despite pressure, embargoes and various CIA plots, the communist government in Havana has resisted the wishes of its very powerful neighbor separated by just 90 miles (145 kilometers) of water.

The Conversation · Mar 23

Trump Claims 'Having the Honor of Taking Cuba' Amid Oil Shortages and Nationwide Blackouts

Rising tensions between Cuba and the US are escalating as Cuba grapples with a severe energy crisis and US oil sanctions, highlighting concerns over Cuba's military readiness and the geopolitical challenges threatening its sovereignty.

International Business Times UK · Mar 23

UN Warns Of 'Continued Torture and Mistreatment of Detainees' in Venezuela Even Despite Maduro's Capture

The United Nations' top human rights official has warned that reports of torture and abuse in Venezuelan detention centers persist even after the January capture of former president Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces

Latin Times · Mar 21

As Trump Talks of 'Taking Cuba,' Real Change Requires More Than Replacing Its Leader

Unrest is rising in Cuba as the country runs out of oil under a U.S. blockade.

Reason · Mar 20

Gabbard testimony on Puerto Rico voting machines raises questions about role of Venezuela conspiracy theory

National intelligence director said voting machine seizure was requested by US attorney in Puerto Rico – who’s been trying to revive 2020 election conspiracy theory

The Guardian - US · Mar 20

Venezuela Used $64 Billion in Oil Wealth to Build Cuban-Led Repressive Security Apparatus, Report Says

Venezuela transferred an estimated $64 billion in oil wealth to Cuba over two decades, helping build a Cuban-led intelligence and security apparatus tied to political repression and social control, according to a new report.

Latin Times · Mar 19

A baseball title unleashes the happiness Venezuelans kept bottled up for years

Venezuelans pour into the streets in a rare, loud release of joy after their team wins the World Baseball Classic

The Independent UK · Mar 19