Venezuelan Soldier Recalls Being “Blown Away” in U.S. Attack
Venezuelan soldier Ricardo Salazar recalls being ‘blown away’ in a recent U.S. operation but vows to return and defend his country.
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Chinese mainland: No country can act as world’s police after US strikes on Venezuela
At an emergency UN Security Council meeting, the Chinese mainland criticized US strikes on Venezuela, insisting no country can act as the world’s police after Maduro’s forced transfer.
US Moves In to Rescue Venezuela’s Oil Industry After Maduro’s Ouster
After last Saturday’s ouster of President Maduro, the U.S. pledges to revive Venezuela’s oil industry. But crumbling infrastructure and political risks mean it won’t be easy.
Gunfire Erupts Near Venezuela’s Presidential Palace After Drone Flights
On Jan 5, 2026, gunfire erupted near Venezuela’s presidential palace in Caracas after unidentified drones flew overhead. Nearby government buildings were evacuated; the situation is now under control.
Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in First New York Court Appearance
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty to all U.S. charges during his first New York court appearance. Next hearing set for March 17, 2026.
Delcy Rodriguez Sworn In as Acting President of Venezuela
Delcy Rodriguez, former vice president, was sworn in on Jan. 5 as acting president of Venezuela after a U.S. military operation captured President Maduro, calling for unity and peace.
Maduro Faces US Charges as UN Emergency Meeting Addresses Venezuela Strike
UN Security Council holds emergency meeting after a US military strike on Venezuela as President Maduro arrives in Manhattan facing drug and weapons charges.
Cuba Condemns US Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Amid Energy Crunch
Cuba condemns US seizures of Venezuelan oil under the pretext of a drug war, warning of deepening energy shortages after more than 100 fatalities at sea.
GOP Stunned After Trump’s Weekend Seizure of Maduro
Republican lawmakers were stunned and kept out of the loop as President Trump forcibly seized Venezuelan President Maduro over the weekend, raising legal and policy questions.
Colombia Prepares for Refugee Influx After US Seizes Maduro
Colombia condemns the U.S. operation that seized President Maduro and is mobilizing shelters, UN sessions, and humanitarian support ahead of a possible Venezuelan refugee influx.