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Marco Rubio Says He 'Would've Been Shocked' to Know Friend and Former Lawmaker Was Lobbying for Maduro

Rivera argues the aim was to attract investment to Venezuela's energy sector and that his interactions with Rubio were consistent with efforts to remove Maduro

Latin Times

US traveller recounts brutal detention in Venezuela’s feared prisons: ‘They beat me, chained me up’

James Luckey’s ordeal sheds light on the mistreatment political prisoners faced under Nicolás Maduro

The Guardian - US

Rubio testimony sheds light on friend's shadowy Venezuela play

Trial offers a behind-the-scenes look at Maduro regime's push to curry favor with the U.S.

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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

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

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

Rubio to testify in friend's trial over Venezuela oil deal

The Miami trial sheds light on the unseemly world of shadowy foreign influence efforts in Latin America.

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Former Florida Congressman Accused of Secretly Lobbying For Maduro's Regime

David Rivera's defense says he was pursuing legitimate business interests and advocating for political change in Venezuela, not secretly lobbying for Maduro's government.

Latin Times

Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez Allegedly Hired Former US Lawmaker in $50M Bid to Influence Trump White House

Prosecutors allege that Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez authorized a $50 million contract to hire former U.S. congressman David Rivera to lobby the Trump administration as a federal trial examining the alleged influence campaign began Monday in Miami.

Latin Times

DEA Finds Maduro Helped Iran Move Funds Through Venezuela to Bypass U.S. Sanctions: Report

A U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) report alleges that Nicolás Maduro helped Iran move funds through Venezuela using a network designed to evade international sanctions, while also expanding military and logistical cooperation between the two governments.

Latin Times

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

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

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

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.

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The Guardian - US

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

Latin Times

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.

The Independent UK

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 Guardian - AU

Russian oil tanker heading to Cuba amid US economic blockade

Vessel with 730,000 barrels of crude set to reach Cuba on 23 March, according to maritime data, after Donald Trump said he expects to have ‘honour of taking’ country

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The Independent UK

Venezuela’s acting president names new defense chief to replace longtime Maduro loyalist

Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodríguez has announced the appointment of a new defense minister

The Independent UK

US eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump seeks to boost world oil supply during Iran war

The Treasury Department is easing sanctions on Venezuela’s state oil company, with some limits

The Independent UK

Trump doubles down on ‘Statehood!’ claim as Venezuela defeats the US to win World Baseball Classic

Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela’s acting president, said that the victory symbolised the “passion, talent, and unity that define us as Venezuelans”

Axios

Why Trump's Cuba takeover plans could see a Castro return as ruler

Relatives of the late Cuban leader are among those tipped to rule Cuba if Trump topples the current leader.

The Guardian - UK

Death of influential Ali Larijani could be bigger loss to Iran than Khamenei

Security chief’s huge influence on many levels of Iranian politics and abroad will make his killing devastating

Latin Times

Trump Jokes About Venezuela Becoming the 51st State After Reaching Final of World Baseball Classic

President Donald Trump joked that Venezuela could become the "51st state" of the United States after the Venezuelan national team defeated Italy 4–2 in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic, advancing to face the United States in the final.

The Independent UK

Trump makes a wild claim about Venezuela becoming 51st state - after a baseball game

President Trump has threatened to annex several other countries and regions in recent months, including Canada and Greenland

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