The Latest Breaking News from Venezuela

US-Venezuela nonstop flights resume, and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

April 24–30, 2026

The Independent UK · May 1

‘A new chapter’: first commercial flight from US since 2019 lands in Venezuela

Four months after US capture of Nicolás Maduro, officials hail repairing of ties as airliner touches down in Caracas

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30

European Parliament Defies U.S. Shift, Demands Sanctions Stay On Delcy Rodríguez and Other Venezuelan Officials

The European Parliament approved a resolution calling for sanctions to remain in place against Delcy Rodríguez and other Venezuelan officials, putting the EU legislature on a collision course with Washington's recent move toward economic reengagement with Caracas.

Latin Times · Apr 30

Soldier Who Made $400,000 Betting On Maduro's Capture Pleads Not Guilty

The U.S. Soldier who allegedly used insider information to profit off the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has pleaded not guilty to charges.

International Business Times · Apr 29

A pin worn by Venezuela’s acting President has sparked an international row

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez wore the pin when she visited Barbados on Monday

The Independent UK · Apr 28

Taxing the Rich

Plus: New York City's persistent budget problems, the crony capitalist scramble for Venezuelan oil, senseless trafficking PSAs, and more...

Reason · Apr 28

Rick Scott Calls for Sanctions Against Delcy Rodríguez After Amnesty Ruling For Prisoners is Annuled in Venezuela

Florida senator Rick Scott called for sanctions against Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, following the reported annulment of an amnesty law in the South American country, escalating pressure from U.S. officials on key figures within President Nicolás Maduro's government.

Latin Times · Apr 28

Venezuela Reactivates Idle Oil Rigs As Industry Overhaul Draws Global Energy Players Back

Oilfield service companies operating in Venezuela are redeploying equipment as the interim government pushes ahead with a broad industry overhaul.

International Business Times · Apr 27

Shots Fired

Plus: White House Correspondents' Association attacker was angry about strikes on Venezuelan boats and Iranian schools, another airline bailout could be coming, and more...

Reason · Apr 27

The Elections That Could Redefine U.S. Influence in Latin America in 2026

Colombia, Brazil, Haiti and Venezuela face pivotal votes shaped by security concerns, economic stakes and shifting ties with Washington

Latin Times · Apr 27