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September 17, 2024 at 3:36 AM

Venezuelan opposition calls on US to cancel oil company licenses to pressure Maduro

Venezuela’s main opposition coalition has urged the U.S. to cancel licenses for Chevron and other energy companies
September 17, 2024 at 3:36 AM
FILE - Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro addresses government loyalists gathered at the presidential palace in support of his reelection one month after the presidential vote, in Caracas, Venezuela, Aug. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos, File)
September 15, 2024 at 9:30 PM

3 US citizens detained in Venezuela

The three United States citizens were detained on suspicion of plotting to destabilize Venezuela, Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello said.
September 15, 2024 at 9:30 PM
VIDEO: 3 US citizens detained in Venezuela
September 15, 2024 at 7:21 PM

3 US citizens detained in Venezuela, interior minister says

Three US citizens detained in Venezuela over alleged plot against government, the interior minister said.
September 15, 2024 at 7:21 PM
CARACAS, VENEZUELA - AUGUST 17: Deputy of the National Assembly Diosdado Cabello speaks to the supporters during the 'Gran Marcha Mundial por la Paz' supporting incumbent President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro on August 17, 2024 in Caracas, Venezuela. President Maduro was declared as the winner of the 2024 presidential election over his rival, Edmundo Gonzalez. The result has been questioned by the opposition and internationally. (Photo by Alfredo Lasry R/Getty Images)
September 12, 2024 at 6:37 PM

US sanctions 16 allies of Venezuela's president over accusations of obstructing the election

The U.S. government has responded to Venezuela’s disputed July presidential election by imposing sanctions against 16 allies of President Nicolás Maduro
September 12, 2024 at 6:37 PM
FILE - Venezuelan opposition presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez waves to supporters during a political event at a square in the Hatillo municipality of Caracas, Venezuela, June 19, 2024. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos, File)
September 4, 2024 at 1:56 AM

Former opposition leader reacts to Maduro's regime ordering arrest of rival

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with Leopoldo López on the impact of a Venezuelan court ordering the arrest of Edmundo González, who the U.S. says beat President Nicolás Maduro in the July election.
September 4, 2024 at 1:56 AM
VIDEO: Former opposition leader reacts to Maduro's regime ordering arrest of rival
September 3, 2024 at 3:29 PM

US seizes Venezuelan President Maduro's plane, DOJ says

The plane was taken from the Dominican Republic to Florida.
September 3, 2024 at 3:29 PM
Officers stand in front of an airplane that, according to the authorities, belongs to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Sept. 2, 2024.
September 3, 2024 at 3:07 PM

Venezuelan court issues arrest warrant for opposition leader

A Venezuelan court issued an arrest warrant for Edmundo González on charges of forgery of legal documents and sabotage.
September 3, 2024 at 3:07 PM
VIDEO: Venezuelan court issues arrest warrant for opposition leader
August 28, 2024 at 10:42 PM

More protests in Venezuela over contested election

Protesters are taking to the streets one month after the presidential election to show their opposition to Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro.
August 28, 2024 at 10:42 PM
VIDEO: More protests in Venezuela over contested election
1 month ago

Venezuela's President Maduro refuses to step down

There's political turmoil in Venezuela after the highly contested presidential election. Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado joins ABC News' Kayna Whitworth.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Venezuela's President Maduro refuses to step down
1 month ago

Venezuelan prosecutor announces criminal investigation into opposition

Venezuelan-born influencer Lele Pons discusses the ongoing protests in Venezuela and the new investigation into opposition leaders Edmundo González Urrutia and Maria Corina Machado.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Venezuelan prosecutor announces criminal investigation into opposition
1 month ago

Thousands in streets in Venezuela demanding President Maduro step aside

The U.S. and others say President Nicolás Maduro lost and have recognized the opposition leader as the winner, calling for negotiations to ensure a peaceful transfer of power.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Thousands in streets in Venezuela demanding President Maduro step aside
1 month ago

Protests erupt in Venezuela following disputed election results

President Nicolás Maduro has accused the United States of a coup attempt following the contested election.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Protests erupt in Venezuela following disputed election results
2 months ago

Masked assailants raid Venezuelan opposition headquarters amid election dispute

ABC News’ Juju Chang speaks with political analyst Liz Rebecca Alarcón about the latest show of violence in Venezuela following the country’s disputed presidential election.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Masked assailants raid Venezuelan opposition headquarters amid election dispute
2 months ago

US recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader as winner of contested election

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday opposition leader Edmundo González was the clear winner in Venezuela’s recent presidential election and not current authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro.
2 months ago
VIDEO: US recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader as winner of contested election
2 months ago

Pressure mounts on Venezuela's Maduro government to release vote tallies: ANALYSIS

The top U.S. diplomat for the region is saying outright that Maduro's opponent won an "overwhelming electoral victory."
2 months ago
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro walks past an image of Venezuelan independence hero Simon Bolivar as he leaves a news conference at Miraflores presidential palace in Caracas, Venezuela, Wednesday, July 31, 2024, three days after his disputed reelection.
2 months ago

President Nicolas Maduro threatens 'revolution' in Venezuela

Amid protests over the Venezuelan election, Nicolas Maduro is threatening "revolution" if he deems necessary.
2 months ago
VIDEO: President Nicolas Maduro threatens 'revolution' in Venezuela
2 months ago

Political unrest in Venezuela and the role international communities play

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with Venezuelan political analyst Liz Rebecca Alarcon to unpack the unrest surrounding the elections and if electoral authorities will meet the White House's demands.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Political unrest in Venezuela and the role international communities play
2 months ago

Protests break out in Venezuela over contested election

Venezuelan protestors take to the streets over contested election results, as both sides claimed victory.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Protests break out in Venezuela over contested election
2 months ago

US officials voice 'serious concerns' over contested Venezuelan election results

Nicolas Maduro's declared victory may affect economic stability, immigration.
2 months ago
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro holds up his certification from the National Electoral Council (CNE) that declares him the winner of the presidential election, at the CNE in Caracas, Venezuela, July 29, 2024.
2 months ago

Doubt cast over Venezuelan presidential election

ABC News’ contributor Maria Elena Salinas discusses the controversial election in Venezuela with Nicolás Maduro declared winner, but official tallies from polling booths have not been released.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Doubt cast over Venezuelan presidential election
2 months ago

President Nicolás Maduro declared winner in Venezuelan election

Several foreign governments held off from recognizing the results of the Venezuelan presidential election as officials delayed a release of vote totals.
2 months ago
VIDEO: President Nicolás Maduro declared winner in Venezuelan election
2 months ago

Venezuelans head to polls for high-stakes presidential election

The authoritarian regime of Nicolás Maduro faces a tough challenge as Venezuelans headed to the polls Sunday.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Venezuelans head to polls for high-stakes presidential election
8 months ago

US reimposes some sanctions on Venezuela

A National Security Council spokesperson confirmed the economic sanctions on Monday.
8 months ago
A National Security Council spokesperson confirmed the economic sanctions on Monday.
8 months ago

US reimposes some sanctions on Venezuela over ban on opposition candidates

A little over three months after the Biden administration lifted most economic sanctions on Venezuela, they are reimposing some of them.
8 months ago
\Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro delivers a speech during a meeting celebrating International Youth Day at Miraflores Presidential Palace in Caracas, on February 12, 2023. (Photo by FEDERICO PARRA/AFP via Getty Images)
8 months ago

The root of the Venezuelan exodus

In the first episode of "Exodus: Global Migration," ABC News’ Matt Rivers reports from South America on what’s driving migrants from Venezuela to make the dangerous trek to the U.S.
8 months ago
VIDEO: The root of the Venezuelan exodus
9 months ago

US releases ally of Venezuela’s President Maduro in a swap for 10 jailed Americans

Ten Americans detained in Venezuela were released Wednesday -- including six deemed wrongfully detained, White House officials confirmed.
9 months ago
President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro speaks during a press conference, December 4, 2023 in Caracas, Venezuela.
9 months ago

10 Americans freed in prisoner swap with Venezuela

The Biden administration granted clemency to one of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's close allies in exchange for the freedom of 10 Americans who had been jailed in the country.
9 months ago
VIDEO: 10 Americans freed in prisoner swap with Venezuela
9 months ago

High-stakes prisoner swap between US and Venezuela

The U.S. released a close ally of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in exchange for 10 Americans being sent home.
9 months ago
VIDEO: High-stakes prisoner swap between US and Venezuela
9 months ago

10 Americans detained in Venezuela released in prisoner exchange

In exchange, the U.S. is extraditing notorious fugitive Leonard Glenn Francis, a former military contractor known as "Fat Leonard."
9 months ago
VIDEO:10 Americans detained in Venezuela released in prisoner exchange
2 years ago

US gears up for World Cup match against Iran

The United States tied England 0-0 on Friday. To advance to the next round, the U.S. will need to win its match against Iran on Tuesday.
2 years ago
VIDEO: US gears up for World Cup match against Iran
2 years ago

US eases some Venezuela oil sanctions

The move now allows U.S.-based oil giant Chevron to resume limited operations in Venezuela for the first time in nearly three years.
2 years ago
VIDEO: US eases some Venezuela oil sanctions
2 years ago

The latest move to repair political relations with Venezuela

The Biden administration said Chevron Corp. could resume "limited" operations in Venezuela, as President Nicolás Maduro's government resumes talks with its opposition.
2 years ago
VIDEO: The latest move to repair political relations with Venezuela
2 years ago

Americans released from Venezuela prison in swap

The South American country freed seven Americans in exchange for two jailed relatives of Venezuela’s first lady.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Americans released from Venezuela prison in swap
2 years ago

7 Americans released from detention in Venezuela

New details on the prisoner swap that brought seven Americans home, in exchange for two Venezuelans with ties to President Nicolas Maduro's wife.
2 years ago
VIDEO: 7 Americans released from detention in Venezuela
2 years ago

7 Americans released from detention in prisoner swap

"Today, we celebrate that seven families will be whole once more," President Joe Biden said in a statement.
2 years ago
President Joe Biden speaks about the ongoing federal response efforts for Hurricane Ian from the Roosevelt Room at the White House, Sept. 30, 2022.
2 years ago

Detained Americans released in Venezuela

The White House made a deal to release two Venezuelan men that were in U.S. custody for smuggling cocaine in exchange for the seven Americans to come back home.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Detained Americans released in Venezuela
3 years ago

Is US considering diplomatic thaw with Venezuela over need for oil?

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal reports on renewed dialogue between the U.S. and Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro following the ban on Russian oil imports to the U.S.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Is US considering diplomatic thaw with Venezuela over need for oil?
3 years ago

Venezuela releases 2 detained American

The Venezuelan government has freed two American men as the country seeks to improve its relationship with the United States amid Russia's war with Ukraine.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Venezuela releases 2 detained American
3 years ago

Military helicopter crashes in Venezuela

Two people were killed and two others were injured after a military helicopter crashed in Venezuela.
3 years ago
Two people were killed and two others were injured after a military helicopter crashed in Venezuela.
4 years ago

Botched Venezuela coup fallout

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz speaks to the family of two ex-special forces soldiers captured after a failed raid against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
4 years ago
VIDEO: Botched Venezuela coup fallout
4 years ago

Families of Americans detained by Venezuela in failed raid plead for help

The families of Americans detained by Venezuela in a failed raid plead for help from the U.S. government.
4 years ago
President Nicolas Maduro shows what Venezuelan authorities claim are identification documents of former U.S. special forces and U.S. citizens Airan Berry, right, and Luke Denman, left, during a online press conference in Caracas, Venezuela, May 6, 2020.
4 years ago

Federal prosecutors announce drug charges against Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro

The State Dept. has also offered a $15M reward for info leading to his arrest.
4 years ago
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro speaks during a military parade to commemorate the Day of the Bolivarian Militias, the Armed People and the April Revolution at Los Proceres on April 13, 2019, in Caracas, Venezuela.
5 years ago

US sanctions Venezuelan lawmakers ahead of day of protests

There are calls for the U.S. to do more in Venezuela, especially to stop Russia's support.
5 years ago
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido is helped to climb a fence in an attempt to reach the National Assembly building in Caracas, on Jan. 5, 2020. Luis Parra, a rival to Juan Guaido, declared himself parliament speaker, as Guaido and fellow opposition lawmakers were blocked from entering the National Assembly.
5 years ago

Venezuelan opposition calls talks with Maduro dead, causing rift

Venezuela's opposition declared talks with Nicolás Maduro dead, a decision meant to bring renewed international pressure, but that appeared to crack its united front.
5 years ago
Venezuela's National Assembly President and self proclaimed interim President Juan Guaido gestures to supporters during a citizens assembly in the Municipality of Baruta, Caracas, Venezuela, Sept 14, 2019.
5 years ago

Glimpse into a Venezuelan psychiatric hospital: Cockroaches and drug shortages

Deep in a major economic crisis, a Venezuelan psychiatric hospital operates with almost no funding.
5 years ago
Mental health patients stand behind the bars of their room at the Caracas Psychiatric Hospital, in Caracas, Venezuela, July 14, 2019.
5 years ago

'Electromagnetic attack' blacks out Venezuela

Citizens on the streets of Venezuela's capital city scrambled to find transportation home as a new blackout surprised the country Tuesday.
5 years ago
Citizens on the streets of Venezuela's capital city scrambled to find transportation home as a new blackout surprised the country Tuesday.
5 years ago

Venezuelan government alleges 'electromagnetic attack' as blackout hits country

Venezuelan cities can be among the most violent in the world.
5 years ago
People cross a street during a blackout in Caracas, Venezuela, Monday, July 22, 2019. The lights went out across much of Venezuela Monday, reviving fears of the blackouts that plunged the country into chaos a few months ago as the government once again accused opponents of sabotaging the nation's hydroelectric power system.
5 years ago

Venezuela fighter 'aggressively shadowed' US plane

A Venezuelan Su-30 fighter "aggressively shadowed" a U.S. reconnaissance aircraft operating over the Caribbean Sea on Friday, SOUTHCOM said.
5 years ago
A Venezuelan Su-30 fighter "aggressively shadowed" a U.S. reconnaissance aircraft operating over the Caribbean Sea on Friday, SOUTHCOM said.
5 years ago

Venezuelans take to streets on independence day with dueling rallies

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaido both rallied support.
5 years ago
Venezuelans wave flags and hold signs as people gather at PNUD for a demonstration called by opposition leader Juan Guaido during the 208th anniversary of the Venezuelan Independence declaration on July 5, 2019, in Caracas, Venezuela.
5 years ago

US Navy hospital ship begins 5-month deployment to help Venezuela refugees

The U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort is beginning a five-month humanitarian mission to the Caribbean, Central and South America.
5 years ago
A view of the U.S. Navy Hospiltal Ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) as it gets underway from Naval Station Norfolk, June 14, 2019.