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'US Venezuela Mineral Deal' Video Reminds of Expanding U.S.-Venezuela Partnerships in Mining, Rare-Earth & Energy

On May 20, 2026, the White House published a video highlighting the recent U.S.-Venezuelan mineral agreements that have been executed over the past several months, bringing renewed attention to one of the Trump administration's most significant foreign policy pivots in Latin America. The video's release prompts an important question: Just…

Latin Times

From Caracas to Havana: Why Trump's Venezuela playbook may fail in communist Cuba

US president Donald Trump's presidency has shifted to muscular interventionism, beginning with the swift overthrow of Venezuela's Maduro. Now, the focus turns to Cuba, but unlike Venezuela, the island presents a more cohesive political structure, a disciplined military, and a population prepared for conflict, making the 'Venezuela model' unlikely to…

The Times of India

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners sought oil from Latin America and Africa as Middle East supplies faced disruptions. Imports from Venezuela, Brazil, Angola, and Nigeria increased. Russia remained a key supplier, though its share saw a dip. The UAE and Saudi Arabia saw increased imports. Overall oil imports in April remained steady but…

The Economic Times

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‘No more torture’: Venezuelan inmates take control of prison over alleged abuse, set it on fire

Hundreds of inmates took control of a prison in western Venezuela on Sunday, claiming they were tortured and demanding its director be fired. "They are suffering because they are beating them terribly, torturing them, pouring cold water on them, electrocuting them, setting them on fire, mistreating them terribly," she said…

The Times of India

US conducts military drill over Venezuelan capital

Four months after the US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Marines have conducted a rapid response drill near the US embassy in Caracas.

AAP

US conducts ‘rapid response’ military drill at embassy in Venezuela’s capital

Protesters held a Venezuelan flag with the message ‘No to the Yankee drill’ written over it

The Independent UK

Is United States on verge of a Maduro-like military intervention in Cuba?

The US under Trump is intensifying pressure on Cuba, drawing comparisons to its Venezuela policy. However, experts believe Cuba's complex political structure and disciplined security apparatus make it a far riskier and potentially costlier challenge for Washington than Venezuela.

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Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela

The U.S. is increasing pressure on Cuba, but unlike Venezuela, the island nation lacks a clear opposition leader or succession plan. Cuba's cohesive and ideologically entrenched government, coupled with U.S. legal constraints and its state-run economy, present significant challenges to regime change efforts.

The Economic Times

Trump news at a glance: sidelined Tulsi Gabbard resigns as US director of national intelligence

Gabbard leaves after tumultuous stint during which she was largely left out as Donald Trump launched attacks on Venezuela and Iran – key US politics stories from Friday 22 May at a glance

The Guardian - US

Argentine freed from Venezuelan prison urges pressure to release remaining prisoners

Argentine Nahuel Gallo, who spent 448 days imprisoned in Venezuela, is calling for the international community to increase pressure on the government of interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez to release other prisoners

The Independent UK

Prediction markets put under spotlight by House Oversight panel

Prediction markets are under new scrutiny from Congress as lawmakers mull a ban on members betting on the platforms. The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee officially launched an investigation Friday into insider trading on the platforms, spurred by suspicious bets on the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and…

Roll Call

Is the US preparing for military action against Cuba? Expert Q&A

A US court filed criminal charges against Cuba’s 94-year-old former leader, Raúl Castro, on May 20. Castro has been charged with conspiracy to kill US nationals, four counts of murder and two counts of destruction of aircraft. The charges relate to a 1996 incident in which four men were killed…

The Conversation

Venezuelan makeup artist who was deported to El Salvador seeks asylum in Spain: ‘I feel safe here’

Andry José Hernández Romero was deported from the US to El Salvador’s notorious Cecot prison before he was allowed to return to Venezuela

The Guardian - US

Cuba needs a long-term solution to its energy crisis

Cuba has run out of oil, the country’s energy minister announced on May 14, 2026.

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The Economic Times

What else does US have in store for India's foreign policy, asks Congress

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday expressed his frustration over the South Block's agenda being disseminated from Washington's podiums after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio bypassed traditional diplomatic protocol, confirming the state visit of the Venezuelan President to India before a formal announcement could be issued by either capital.

Reason

Why Does Trump Keep Bringing Up Decades-Old Foreign Grievances?

Instead of making the case for war in Venezuela, Iran, and Cuba, the White House has been digging up conflicts from long ago.

The Times of India

Venezuela acting president to visit India next week for oil discussions: Rubio

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez is set to visit India next week for oil sales discussions, as the US aims to bolster energy ties with New Delhi. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted India as a key partner, expressing readiness to increase energy exports. This comes as Venezuela, possessing…

The Times of India

Inside the Belgium-sized wilderness home to Earth’s highest waterfall and monkey-hunting eagles

Venezuela's Canaima National Park offers a journey to a land time forgot, with towering tepuis inspiring 'The Lost World' and 'Up'. These isolated table-top mountains harbor unique ecosystems, acting as living laboratories for evolution. Below, vast savannas teem with giants like jaguars and harpy eagles, while Angel Falls, the world's…

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International Business Times UK

US-Cuba War Risks Flare After Raul Castro Indictment Echoes Infamous Venezuela Operation

The US indictment of Raul Castro for the 1996 aircraft downing has escalated tensions with Cuba, raising fears of potential conflict.

Latin Times

U.S. Homeland Security Confirmed Role in Probe That Led to Former Prime Minister Zapatero's Indictment in Spain

The investigation centers on the Spanish government's 53 million euro pandemic bailout of Plus Ultra, a Venezuela-linked airline

Latin Times

Venezuela Frees Three Political Prisoners After 23 Years, But Hundreds Remain Behind Bars

Venezuela released three former Caracas Metropolitan Police officers after 23 years in prison, ending one of the longest political detention cases in Latin America while reopening a painful national question: how many more Venezuelans remain trapped in a justice system built for punishment, silence and fear.

Reason

There Was No Delcy Rodríguez in Iran

The Trump administration thought it was repeating the Venezuelan model in Iran—when it was doing something much more ambitious and risky.

Latin Times

Venezuela's Maduro's Legal Troubles Deepen With Second U.S. Investigation

U.S. prosecutors are reportedly pursuing a second criminal investigation into Nicolás Maduro, raising the possibility that the ousted Venezuelan leader could face additional charges beyond the drug trafficking and narcoterrorism case already pending in New York.

The Guardian - US

‘Spooks hotel’: inside the five-star nerve centre of the US takeover of Venezuela

Diplomats, businessmen and US marines mingle at the JW Marriott hotel in Caracas as deals are done and the country’s resources divvied up

The Independent UK

Venezuela plans to free 300 people including some whose detentions are considered politically based

Venezuela’s government plans to release 300 detainees this week, some held for political reasons

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