In a landmark visit to New Delhi, Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has arrived for a high-stakes, five-day diplomatic mission. This visit marks the first high-level engagement between the two nations following the January 2026 U.S. military operation that removed Nicolás Maduro from power.  


India-Venezuela Relations In Focus After US Action Against Maduro

Nicolás Maduro has once again appeared in a New York federal court, weeks after his dramatic capture by US forces and extradition over narcoterrorism and drug trafficking charges. In his first US court hearing, Maduro rejected the allegations and controversially described himself as a “prisoner of war” rather than a criminal defendant, arguing that his capture was a military act and part of a broader geopolitical struggle.


Maduro Called Himself a 'Prisoner of War' in First Court Hearing

President Donald Trump hailed the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Venezuela’s leader, saying that the world was impressed by the mission and that the target “knew we were coming,” underscoring how dangerous the action was. The high‑risk strike involved U.S. forces storming a guarded location where the Venezuelan president was taken into custody and flown to the United States. The capture has drawn global reaction, with some allies and rivals alike weighing in on the operation and its implications for regional stability and international law.

U.S. Captures Maduro: Trump Claims World Impressed by Maduro Capture 

Claims of a mysterious “sonic weapon” used during a Trump-era operation in Caracas have stunned observers. Eyewitnesses describe Venezuelan and Cuban forces bleeding, vomiting, and collapsing as experts reveal what the weapon may actually have been.


Mystery Weapon That Brought Nicolas Maduro’s Guards to Their Knees

A regional poll shows strong support across multiple South American countries for the U.S. operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro — particularly in nations like Costa Rica, Chile, Colombia, Panama and Peru. Viewers will get key context on why dissatisfaction with Maduro’s rule and regional concerns have shaped public opinion, as well as reactions from governments and opposition figures. Subscribe for more global political developments.

People From the Majority of the South American Countries Support Trump's Action Against Maduro

Cabello is named in the same US drug-trafficking indictment that the Trump administration used as justification to arrest Maduro.

Washington's Back-Channel Talks with Maduro's Close Aid

Fresh claims surrounding a high-risk US operation in Venezuela have surfaced, with eyewitness account alleging the use of an unknown and highly advanced weapon. The account comes days after the United States carried out a high-risk operation targeting Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Why Venezuelan Soldiers Started Vomiting Blood?

US-Venezuela tensions: Did US deploy a Havana syndrome superweapon in Venezuela 

The United States has begun the sale of Venezuelan oil, marking the first US-led shipment since Washington took control of the country’s overseas energy revenues. The initial sale is valued at around 500 million dollars, signalling a major shift in how Venezuelan oil is being marketed following recent political changes in Caracas. The move is expected to have implications for global oil markets and US-Venezuela relations.


US-Venezuela Tensions: US Begins Sale Of Venezuelan Oil, First Shipment Valued At $500 Million 

U.S. President Donald Trump said he held a “long call” with Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodriguez, describing their conversation as positive and calling her “a terrific person” in remarks from the White House. The call, the first known contact between the two leaders since Nicolás Maduro’s ouster, covered a wide range of topics including oil, minerals, trade and security, signalling a potential shift in U.S-Venezuela relations after weeks of tension and military action earlier this month. Both sides portrayed the dialogue as constructive amid ongoing diplomatic and political developments in the region.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Trump Calls Venezuela Interim President A Terrific Person After Phone Call

The US government has filed for court warrants to seize dozens more tankers linked to the Venezuelan oil trade, four sources familiar with the matter said, as Washington consolidates control of oil shipments in and out of the South American country.


Maduro's son: We will bring back Nicolas and Cilia

US Files for Warrants to Seize Dozens More Venezuela-Linked Oil Tankers: Reports

Environmental experts are raising serious concerns over the United States’ push to revive and expand Venezuela’s oil industry, warning it could deepen long-standing ecological damage and sharply increase climate warming emissions in one of the world’s most environmentally vulnerable oil-producing nations. Critics say boosting production of Venezuela’s heavy crude may hinder global climate goals and worsen pollution.


US-Venezuela Tensions: US Oil Plans Raise Environmental Fears | WION

The United States military allegedly disguised one of its aircraft as a civilian plane to attack a suspected drug smuggling boat coming from Venezuela, according to a report in The New York Times.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Reports Suggest US Disguised Military Aircraft In Sept 2 Boat Strike

The U.S. Department of State has issued an urgent travel warning advising all U.S. citizens to leave Venezuela immediately, citing a rapidly deteriorating security situation and the resumption of international flights. Authorities warned that armed militias known as “colectivos” are setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles for evidence of U.S. citizenship or support for the United States, with all consular services in the country suspended amid severe risks

US Urges Citizens To Leave Venezuela Immediately Amid Militia Threats

Fresh claims surrounding a high-risk US operation in Venezuela have surfaced, with eyewitness account alleging the use of an unknown and highly advanced weapon. The account comes days after the United States carried out a high-risk operation targeting Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro.

US' Secret Weapon: New 'Long-Range Acoustic Device' | Guards Bled Through Their Nose

Americans in Venezuela should “leave the country immediately” as armed militias hunt for Trump fans, authorities have urged.

US-Venezuela Tensions: US Asks Citizens To Leave Venezuela 'Immediately'

Americans in Venezuela should “leave the country immediately” as armed militias hunt for Trump fans, authorities have urged.


Americans at Risk as Armed Militias Search for US Citizens in Venezuela 

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have sharply escalated as President Trump signs an executive order to protect Venezuelan oil revenues held in U.S. accounts, blocking seizure by courts and creditors amid ongoing political turmoil. Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodríguez has denounced U.S. actions as illegitimate and aggressive, accusing Washington of undermining Venezuela’s sovereignty and targeting its oil. The U.S. continues urging citizens to leave Venezuela amid security concerns, while debate intensifies over oil control and foreign intervention in the crisis

US-Venezuela Tensions: Delcy Rodriguez Denounces US Again

 Alert After Reports of Gangs Looking for Americans in Venezuela 

A mysterious bettor turned $30,000 into $409,000 on Polymarket after wagering on the likelihood of Nicolás Maduro's capture during the January 3, 2026 U.S. Operation Absolute Resolve, which successfully seized the Venezuelan president amid global shockwaves and platform frenzy.


Maduro's Capture: Mystery Bettor Wins $400K on Maduro Capture Bet

Trump's Speech in D.C.: Trump's January 7, 2026, Washington D.C. rally featured personal swipes at Biden's family, calling Maduro a "violent guy" behind bars, and ridiculing "free Maduro" protests as futile, blending humor with Venezuela operation boasts.

Trump's Speech in D.C.: Trump Mocks Free-Maduro Protesters in Speech

The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has said he is “deeply alarmed” over the standoff between the United States and Venezuela in recent months, which culminated on Saturday morning in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by US special forces.


Concerns Over US Involvement in Venezuela

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, in her first public remarks since a weekend social media post, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate vowed to return to her country, addressing the unfolding political crisis and reaffirming her commitment to the people.


US-Venezuela tensions: Machado says oppn will win 90% votes in free, fair elections

Nicolas Maduro made his first US court appearance in New York, pleading not guilty to federal charges while insisting he is still Venezuela’s president. Maduro’s wife also pleaded not guilty to charges in the same hearing. The UN Security Council convened an emergency session to address the US operation and Maduro’s abduction, with Venezuela’s UN ambassador, Samuel Moncada, condemning the actions as illegal.


US-Venezuela tensions: Maduro, wife to stay in detention centre until next hearing

Nicolás Maduro appeared shackled in NYC federal court facing narco-terrorism and cocaine conspiracy charges that could bring life sentences.
The ousted Venezuelan president and wife Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty to four counts including weapons conspiracies, alleging decades-long cartel ties flooding the US with cocaine alongside FARC and Mexican networks.

Maduro in Chains: Narco-Terror Plot, Cocaine Conspiracy Rock NYC Court

US-Venezuela tensions: UN Secretary-General Guterres says power of law must prevail 

US-Venezuela tensions: Venezuelan parliament head vows to bring back Maduro 

Venezuela's deposed Maduro pleads not guilty; UNSC holds emergency meeting on Venezuela

At a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting, Russia urged the United States to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, while protesters gathered outside Manhattan court demanding his freedom. The developments highlight growing international tension over Maduro’s trial, with debates on sovereignty, international law, and human rights. Stay tuned for updates on this high-profile case.

UNSC Meet: Russia Urges US to Free Maduro, Protesters Rally in Manhattan

President Trump has openly stated that the U.S. wants “total access” to Venezuela’s oil and resources. With the world’s largest proven oil reserves, Venezuela is at the center of a high-stakes geopolitical power play. Critics warn democracy may be secondary, as Washington exerts economic and military pressure while framing its actions around migration and drugs.  

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