🇻🇪 Venezuela

U.S. B-1 Bombers Conduct Show of Force Near Venezuelan Coast
October 24 @ 3:31pm ET  
Two U.S. B-1B Lancer bombers flew near Venezuela's coast on October 23, staying in international airspace. This show of force, amid tensions with Maduro's regime, has sparked debate after President Trump denied the reports.
U.S. Military Strikes Drug Boat Near Venezuela, Killing 6, Trump Announces
October 15 @ 11:02am ET  
The U.S. military killed 6 in a boat strike near Venezuela on October 14, as announced by President Trump. He claimed they were 'narcoterrorists' smuggling drugs, marking the fifth such operation recently.
Trump Lauded by Nobel Winner Machado in 'Very Nice' Call
October 10 @ 10:30pm ET  
María Corina Machado, 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner, dedicated her award to President Trump during a call. Trump expressed pride, claiming 'millions of lives' were spared under his watch.
U.S. Military Strikes Second Venezuelan Drug Boat, Trump Confirms
September 15 @ 11:01pm ET  
President Trump announced a U.S. military strike on a second Venezuelan drug boat on September 15, killing three. This follows a similar operation on September 2 as part of a broader anti-cartel campaign.
Pentagon Issues Warning After Venezuelan Jets Approach US Navy Ship
September 5 @ 12:54pm ET  
On September 4, two Venezuelan F-16 jets flew near the USS Jason Dunham in the Caribbean, prompting a Pentagon warning. The incident, deemed 'highly provocative,' escalates tensions amid US counter narco-terror operations.
Trump Issues Stern Warning to Venezuela Following Deadly US Military Strike
September 4 @ 12:11pm ET  
President Trump announced a deadly US military strike on a Venezuelan drug vessel on September 2, killing 11. The operation in the Caribbean escalates tensions with Venezuela amid legal and diplomatic concerns.
DHS Ends 2021 Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelan Nationals
September 3 @ 10:01pm ET  
The Department of Homeland Security has terminated the 2021 Temporary Protected Status for over 250,000 Venezuelan nationals. This decision, effective September 10, 2025, raises concerns about deportation and work authorization.
U.S. Warships Navigate Panama Canal Amid Venezuela Tensions
August 31 @ 12:01pm ET  
U.S. warships, including USS Lake Erie, crossed the Panama Canal toward the southern Caribbean on August 29 as part of an anti-drug trafficking operation. This move near Venezuela's waters has heightened tensions amid strained relations.
Trump's Bold Moves Reassert U.S. Global Leadership Amid Venezuela Tensions
August 19 @ 2:31pm ET  
President Trump has restored America's global leadership, deploying destroyers off Venezuela to combat drug cartels. Nicolás Maduro's response with 4.5 million militia members escalates tensions.
U.S. Prisoner Swap with Venezuela Sparks Debate Over Triple Murderer Release
August 1 @ 6:30pm ET  
A U.S. prisoner swap with Venezuela freed 10 Americans, including triple murderer Dahud Hanid Ortiz, sparking debate. The move has raised questions about President Trump's stance on keeping dangerous individuals out of the country.
U.S. Targets Maduro's Cartel of the Suns with Terrorist Designation
July 26 @ 2:30pm ET  
The U.S. has designated the Maduro-linked Cartel de los Soles as a terrorist entity, blocking its assets. This move intensifies efforts to isolate Venezuela's regime over drug trafficking and repression.
Venezuelan Migrant's Legal Battle Against U.S. Over El Salvador Detention Begins
July 25 @ 9:31am ET  
Neiyerver Adrián Leon Rengel, a Venezuelan migrant, has filed a claim against Homeland Security for wrongful detention in El Salvador. His case could pave the way for others deported under similar circumstances.
State Department Issues Stark Warning Against Travel to Venezuela
July 25 @ 4:13am ET  
The U.S. State Department warns against travel to Venezuela due to high risks of wrongful detention. Recent release of 10 Americans highlights ongoing dangers under the Maduro regime.
Venezuela Releases 10 Americans in Historic Prisoner Swap Deal
July 18 @ 6:16pm ET  
Venezuela has freed 10 Americans in a prisoner swap with the U.S. and El Salvador, involving over 250 deported Venezuelans from CECOT prison. This deal marks a rare diplomatic success.
Appeals Court Stalls Contempt Ruling in Venezuelan Deportation Dispute
July 15 @ 6:31pm ET  
An appeals court has delayed a contempt ruling in a Venezuelan migrant deportation case, leaving it in legal limbo. This ongoing uncertainty impacts many and raises questions about immigration policy.
El Salvador Document Challenges Trump Administration on Venezuelan Deportations
July 8 @ 8:08am ET  
A new document from El Salvador challenges Trump administration claims about Venezuelan deportations. It reveals U.S. control over detainees in Salvadoran prisons, contradicting official statements.
Hugo Carvajal Admits Guilt in U.S. Drug and Arms Trafficking Case
June 30 @ 10:05am ET  
Hugo Carvajal, ex-Venezuelan intelligence chief, pleaded guilty to drug and arms trafficking in New York on June 25. His plea may reveal critical details about ties to President Maduro and global drug networks.
U.S. Treasury Targets Tren de Aragua Leader with New Sanctions
June 25 @ 7:01am ET  
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned Giovanni Vicente Mosquera Serrano, a leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, designated as a terrorist organization. This move aims to disrupt the gang's criminal activities across the Americas.
U.S. Authorities Arrest Duo for Violating Venezuela Trade Sanctions
June 18 @ 4:10pm ET  
U.S. authorities arrested a Venezuelan national and a U.S. citizen on June 13 for evading trade sanctions against Venezuela. The duo allegedly supplied materials to state-owned industries, violating restrictions over democracy suppression.
EU Labels Venezuela as High-Risk for Money Laundering and Terror Financing
June 17 @ 10:01am ET  
The EU has added Venezuela to its high-risk list for money laundering and terrorist financing, prompting stricter financial controls. The Venezuelan regime called the designation 'ridiculous,' reflecting ongoing tensions.