How Trump could wrest Citgo from Elliott Management and hand it back to Venezuela The fate of Citgo may be decided by whether the Trump administration opts to hand it to Elliott or Venezuela. Fortune · 3h ago
Venezuela president returns from US visit with no deals, no firm election date Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's interim President, attended the UN General Assembly in search of business deals. Her visit aimed to showcase Venezuela's potential for financial recovery after US sanctions were imposed. Despite high visibility, no concrete agreements were reached, illustrating deep US influence over her administration. Opposition parties are pressing for… The Economic Times · Sep 26
UN General Assembly: Iran talks, Ukraine ceasefire and AI among key takeaways World leaders gathered at the United Nations to discuss ongoing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine. Diplomatic talks between US and Iranian officials showed some progress amidst sharp rhetoric. Discussions focused on achieving limited ceasefires for grain exports and energy infrastructure. Attention shifted significantly from climate change to the rising concerns… The Economic Times · Sep 26
Trump Reportedly Told Venezuela's Leaders Elections Need To Happen. She Said Yes, But Not When. Delcy Rodriguez said at the United Nations General Assembly that there would be elections but didn't give a specific date. International Business Times · Sep 24
Venezuela's acting leader, at UN for first address, praises Trump for 'readiness' to resume ties Venezuela's acting president has addressed the U.N. General Assembly for the first time since coming to power The Independent UK · Sep 23
Donald Trump to meet Venezuela's Rodriguez for first time since Maduro's capture US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez during the UN General Assembly. The meeting is significant as it marks Rodriguez's first visit to the US since taking office. Protesters gathered outside the UN to demand free elections in Venezuela, holding signs critical of… The Economic Times · Sep 23
Trump to tout peace deals, defend Iran war in UN speech US President Donald Trump will address the United Nations on Tuesday. He is expected to highlight battlefield successes and peacemaking initiatives. The speech comes amid ongoing challenges from the Iran war and its consequences. Trump will also discuss efforts to expand the Abraham Accords with Israel. World leaders anticipate his… The Economic Times · Sep 22
Paraguay and Venezuela Talk Again After 20 Months — But Full Diplomatic Ties Remain Frozen Paraguay's Peña met Venezuela's Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas after 20 months of frozen ties. What was agreed, what wasn't, and the debt still unresolved. Latin Times · Sep 21
Trump signals possible Pezeshkian meeting at UN as US weighs next move on Iran US president Donald Trump has signalled he is “probably open” to meeting Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian in New York this week, as the two leaders are set to attend the United Nations General Assembly amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. The Times of India · Sep 21
Trump to meet Venezuela acting president, first meeting since Maduro’s removal President Donald Trump will meet acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez in New York. This meeting occurs during a reception for leaders attending the UN General Assembly. The leaders are expected to discuss Venezuela's energy sector and a recent oil reserves agreement. This engagement follows Washington's removal of former President Nicolas… The Times of India · Sep 19
Venezuela closing in on deal to move $4bn gold reserves from Bank of England to New York Venezuela is nearing a deal to move $4 billion (£2.9 billion) in gold from the Bank of England to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York after a years-long legal tussle, it has been reported. The Independent UK · Sep 18
"I Won't Ask Permission": María Corina Machado's Firmness Defies Washington and Caracas An opposition ex-mayor was detained and freed during Caracas talks as Machado insists she will return. Key takeaways on the standoff with Washington. Latin Times · Sep 18
The Venezuelan billionaire the US investigated for money laundering now has a Pentagon oil deal Billionaire Alejandro Betancourt, once investigated by US authorities over alleged money laundering linked to Venezuelan state oil firm PDVSA, has emerged as a key US partner in a sweeping oil deal with Caracas. Reuters reports Betancourt helped Washington ahead of Nicolás Maduro’s capture and later brokered oil agreements benefiting US… The Economic Times · Sep 6
US energy firms significantly expand operations in Venezuela after Washington's oil deal with Caracas US officials denied accusations that the deal was holding Venezuela for ransom, stressing that it is mutually beneficial deal for all, developing an unutilised underground asset. Euronews · Sep 3
The Economic Times · Sep 3 US energy chief rejects ‘stealing Venezuelan oil’ claims as Washington takes control of vast reserves US Energy Secretary Chris Wright denied claims of stealing Venezuelan oil. He stated private companies bring money and technology to develop resources. Wright emphasized fixing Venezuela's electricity sector is crucial for oil production. President Trump called the oil pact the world's biggest deal. Elections are a process requiring infrastructure readiness…
The Economic Times · Sep 3 Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro asserts immunity, urges US judge to dismiss charges Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro seeks dismissal of drug charges. He argues for head-of-state immunity from prosecution in a U.S. court. Maduro's legal team asserts his actions were official duties. This case tests U.S. courts' application of international law. A hearing on the dismissal effort is scheduled for November 17.
France 24 · Sep 2 US oversees signing of ‘billions’ in deals between Venezuela and Chevron, ENI, GE US oil giant Chevron, Italy's ENI and GE Vernova signed deals worth "tens of billions of dollars" with Venezuela, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Wednesday during a trip to Caracas where he and Interim President Delcy Rodriguez finalised the agreements.
International Business Times · Sep 2 Chevron To Invest Billions And Double Oil Production In Venezuela After U.S. Deal The company will invest $7 billion in the country over the next five years.
The Guardian - US · Sep 2 US officials defend Venezuela oil deal amid questions over rebuilding plan Government talks up pact but Venezuelan opposition alarmed that democracy yet to return after Maduro exit
France 24 · Sep 1 Alejandro Betancourt, the controversial Venezuelan oil tycoon Trump is banking on US President Donald Trump on Friday announced "the biggest oil deal in world history" – a new deal with Venezuela for "65 billion barrels of oil". Washington is set to take a 35 percent stake in North American Blue Energy Partners, which is owned by controversial Venezuelan oil tycoon Alejandro…
International Business Times · Sep 1 U.S.-Venezuela Oil Deal Includes 100-Year Concessions For Washington-Backed Company NABEP is the second-largest private oil producer in Venezuela, and has given the U.S. Department of War's Office of Strategic Capital an equity stake of 35% in its corporate parent.
Fortune · Sep 1 Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in world history’ in Venezuela reeks of ‘colonial cronyism’ and could easily fall apart, experts say The U.S.-Venezuela agreement would include a third-party oil operator and incorporate 17 mature or undeveloped oilfields.
International Business Times · Aug 31 The U.S. Struck a Deal To Control Venezuela's Oil. Trump Says It Will Be Used To Replenish The SPR. Trump has said the deal will help to "substantially lower Gas Prices for all Americans".
The Independent UK · Aug 31 The Latest: Trump says Venezuela agreed to give US control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves President Donald Trump says Venezuela has agreed to give the U.S. access to vast amounts of the South American country’s untapped oil reserves, at cost
The Economic Times · Aug 30 What we know about Trump's deal giving US access to vast oil reserves in Venezuela The United States and Venezuela have announced a significant oil deal. This agreement grants America a stake in Venezuela's vast oil reserves. Experts caution that infrastructure repairs will take years and substantial investment. Venezuelans express concerns about national sovereignty and resource exploitation.