The Latest Breaking News from Venezuela

Trump Calls Rodríguez-Machado Election Race 'Interesting' — But Venezuela Has No Vote Set

Trump called a Rodríguez vs. Machado race "interesting," but Venezuela has no election date and Machado is still shut out of the talks.

Latin Times · 14h ago

From Venezuela to Texas to Jamnagar: Marco Rubio’s dash for energy

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is encouraging Reliance Industries to process more Venezuelan crude. His visit includes discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and plans for a refinery in Texas. The focus on Venezuelan oil aims at expanding reliance on alternative sources amidst geopolitical tensions. Washington is keen…

The Economic Times · 21h ago

Rubio Calls India a 'Refining Superpower' and Eyes Venezuelan Crude Deal at Jamnagar

Rubio named India a 'refining superpower' in Mumbai and eyed Venezuelan crude for Jamnagar as a U.S.-India trade deal neared its final stage.

Latin Times · 21h ago

Venezuela's Airline Boom Runs on Temporary Terminals — ALTA Says That Window Won't Last Long

American, LATAM and ITA are racing into Venezuela before its permanent terminal reopens. 19 airlines, 25% airport capacity—and a warning from ALTA.

Latin Times · Oct 19

Peru Moves to Expel Undocumented Venezuelans — But Due Process Questions Remain Unanswered

Peru's Fujimori and Venezuela's Rodríguez agreed on deportation flights. What it means for 1.6 million Venezuelans and what's still unresolved.

Latin Times · Oct 18

12 Years in Exile, Now Back in Caracas. Venezuela's Transition Hangs in the Balance

Rodrigo Diamanti returned to Venezuela after 12 years in exile. What he found reveals the limits — and the possibilities — of the country's transition.

Latin Times · Oct 17

Marjorie de Sousa Races Between 'Perfume de Gardenia' and Venezuela's Teletón: 'My Country Needs It' -EXCLUSIVE

In an exclusive interview, Marjorie de Sousa describes the packed schedule behind her participation in Teletón Venevisión 2026: Unidos por Venezuela.

Latin Times · Oct 16

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

No OFAC, No Problem: With Jorge Rodríguez Delisted, Washington Cements Venezuela Gamble

OFAC cleared Jorge Rodríguez Oct. 14, completing a Rodríguez siblings rehab that began when Delcy became Venezuela's interim leader.

Latin Times · Oct 15

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