Top Venezuela–USA News
The United States has detained Venezuela’s long-time leader Nicolás Maduro during a high-risk operation, triggering sharp reactions across Latin America and at the United Nations.
• Washington has clarified that it does not consider itself to be in a formal war with Venezuela, even as military involvement and intelligence operations increase scrutiny.
• Venezuela reports significant casualties among its security forces following the U.S. action, while protests and uncertainty continue inside the country.
• Power in Venezuela remains unclear after Maduro’s removal, with senior officials and military leaders still controlling key institutions.
• Opposition figures have rejected the new interim leadership and are calling for a democratic transition backed by international monitoring.
• The U.S. and Venezuela are negotiating limited oil exports to American markets, signaling a possible easing of energy restrictions amid global supply concerns.
• Global leaders are divided, with some countries criticizing U.S. intervention while others support efforts aimed at political change in Venezuela.
