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Venezuelan VP Calls for Maduro’s Return, Defying Claim From Trump

The Venezuelan Vice President, Delcy Rodríguez, has called for the return of President Nicolás Maduro, defying the claim made by President Donald Trump that the US will work with her to transition to a democratically elected government. Maduro was reportedly captured early on Saturday, but Rodríguez and other regime leaders have so far been uncooperative with the proposed transition plan. Rodríguez has instead reiterated her support for Maduro and has not indicated any willingness to work with the US to establish a new, democratically elected government. The article highlights the ongoing political tensions and power struggle within Venezuela, with the Trump administration attempting to facilitate a change in leadership, while the current regime, led by Maduro and Rodríguez, remains resistant to relinquishing power.

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Jan 14, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump Talks Oil, Trade in ‘Good Call’ With Venezuela’s Rodriguez

In a phone conversation, U.S. President Donald Trump and acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez discussed oil and trade-related issues. Trump described the call as "very good," praising Rodriguez's cooperation with his administration.…

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Trump Talks Oil, Trade in ‘Good Call’ With Venezuela’s Rodriguez

In a phone conversation, U.S. President Donald Trump and acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez discussed oil and trade-related issues. Trump described the call as "very good," praising Rodriguez's cooperation with…

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Jan 8, 2026·BBCT2 · Outlet report
Analysis: Why Trump chose Maduro's VP over Nobel winner

The Trump administration has chosen to engage with Delcy Rodríguez, the vice president of Venezuela, over Juan Guaidó, the opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize nominee. This decision is likely driven by the…

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Jan 7, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
US Tells Venezuela to Cut Ties With China and Russia, ABC Says

The U.S. government has urged Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, to cut ties with China and Russia, according to a report by ABC News. The Trump administration has reportedly told Rodriguez that Venezuela's…

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Jan 6, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Greenland on Alert After US Venezuela Move & Danish PM NATO Warning | 1/6/2026

The news article discusses the current geopolitical tensions surrounding Greenland and Venezuela. Key points: - Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned that the NATO alliance would end if the US were to attack…

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Jan 6, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Venezuela’s New Leader Is the Oil Industry’s Long-Time Ally

The article discusses the political situation in Venezuela, where the Trump administration has threatened to remove President Nicolás Maduro from power. It highlights a group of executives, lawyers, and investors with…

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Jan 5, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
US Oil Stocks Rally After Maduro Ouster | Bloomberg Businessweek Daily 1/5/2025

In a significant development, US oil stocks have rallied following the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. According to the report, President Trump has vowed to revive Venezuela, with the Bloomberg…

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Jan 5, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
'No Legal Justification' For Venezuela Raid Says Christopher Sabatini

The news article discusses the recent developments in Venezuela, particularly the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and the US government's stance on the situation. President Donald Trump claimed that the US needs…

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Jan 5, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
US-Venezuela Latest: Trump’s ‘Access’ Demand, Maduro to Appear in Court | Daybreak Europe 1/5/2026

The news article discusses the ongoing tensions between the United States and Venezuela. Key points: - Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez invited the US to work with Venezuela in a "balanced and respectful"…

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Jan 5, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump: US Needs ‘Total Access’ to Venezuela

In this article, President Donald Trump stated that the US needs "total access" to Venezuela, citing the need for access to the country's oil and other resources in order to rebuild it. Trump indicated that the US will…

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Jan 5, 2026·BBCT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Trump warns new Venezuelan leader as Maduro set to appear in court

The article discusses the ongoing political turmoil in Venezuela, with President Donald Trump issuing a warning to the country's interim leader, Delcy Rodríguez. Trump stated that Rodríguez could face severe…

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Jan 5, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
US Taking Early Steps to Prepare for Venezuela Embassy Reopening

The US government is taking preliminary measures to facilitate the potential reopening of the American embassy in Venezuela. This development comes as the US seeks to exert influence over the policies of the newly…

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Jan 4, 2026·BBCT2 · Outlet report
Can Maduro's trusted lieutenant now work for Trump?

The news article discusses the recent political developments in Venezuela, where Delcy Rodríguez, a close ally of the captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, has been named interim president. Rodríguez, a trusted…

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Jan 3, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportOPENING
Venezuelan VP Calls for Maduro’s Return, Defying Claim From Trump

The Venezuelan Vice President, Delcy Rodríguez, has called for the return of President Nicolás Maduro, defying the claim made by President Donald Trump that the US will work with her to transition to a democratically…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 14, 2026

In a phone conversation, U.S. President Donald Trump and acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez discussed oil and trade-related issues. Trump described the call as "very good," praising Rodriguez's cooperation with his administration.…

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T2 · Outlet reportBBCJan 8, 2026

The Trump administration has chosen to engage with Delcy Rodríguez, the vice president of Venezuela, over Juan Guaidó, the opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize nominee. This decision is likely driven by the administration's desire to…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 7, 2026

The U.S. government has urged Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, to cut ties with China and Russia, according to a report by ABC News. The Trump administration has reportedly told Rodriguez that Venezuela's government must…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 6, 2026

The news article discusses the current geopolitical tensions surrounding Greenland and Venezuela. Key points: - Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned that the NATO alliance would end if the US were to attack Greenland, following…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 6, 2026

The article discusses the political situation in Venezuela, where the Trump administration has threatened to remove President Nicolás Maduro from power. It highlights a group of executives, lawyers, and investors with ties to the oil…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergJan 5, 2026

In a significant development, US oil stocks have rallied following the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. According to the report, President Trump has vowed to revive Venezuela, with the Bloomberg Businessweek Daily show…

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