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Venezuela & United States — United States Department of State

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Venezuela: Venezuela has been severely impacted by two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, a high death toll, and significant economic damage. The country is struggling with rescue efforts and faces a major humanitarian crisis, further exacerbating its existing economic and political turmoil.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State mobilized international disaster response programs, activating urban search and rescue teams and delivering humanitarian and medical supplies to Venezuela.
Apr 20, 2026 · 323 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela experienced two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, thousands of deaths and injuries, and a severe humanitarian crisis. The country's infrastructure, particularly in Venezuela — La Guaira and Venezuela — Caracas, suffered extensive damage, and its already fragile healthcare system is overwhelmed. The economic losses are projected to exceed $10 billion.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State is leading the broader US relief mission in Venezuela, coordinating financial support and the deployment of personnel and supplies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 403 articles
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Venezuela: Country at the center of the policy shift. Its oil sector and debt restructuring are directly affected by U.S. decisions and the adviser's departure.
United States — United States Department of State: Government agency overseeing Venezuela policy. It denied Claver-Carone was forced out and continues to implement policy through its inter-agency team.
Jul 31, 2026 · 7 articles
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Venezuela: The country is the epicenter of the disaster, suffering massive loss of life, infrastructure damage, and economic strain. The government's response is under scrutiny, and the event may influence international relations and sanctions policy.
United States — United States Department of State: Coordinated aid with groups like Samaritan s Purse and lifted some sanctions to facilitate relief.
Apr 20, 2026 · 271 articles
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International
Venezuela: The U.S. Embassy in Venezuela was reopened after Nicolás Maduro's ouster, part of a broader diplomatic push.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department is leading the initiative to reopen the embassy, allocating $41 million for security preparations.
Jul 21, 2026 · 6 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuelan nationals are among the deportees, reflecting the U.S. policy of sending migrants to third countries, which may affect Venezuela's diaspora and international relations.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department implements and defends the third-country deportation deals, though it does not disclose nationalities.
Aug 18, 2026 · 27 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela announced withdrawal, but the ICC investigation into alleged crimes against humanity continues.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State is part of the US campaign to disable the ICC.
Jul 24, 2026 · 47 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela's oil shipments to Cuba ended after the U.S. ousted Nicolás Maduro, contributing to Cuba's fuel shortage.
United States — United States Department of State: State Department commented on humanitarian needs and accused Cuban officials, shaping diplomatic narrative.
Jul 29, 2026 · 16 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela was a key oil supplier to Cuba until the US cut off shipments, contributing to Cuba's fuel crisis. The sanctions indirectly affect Venezuela's oil exports.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department released a report describing Cuba as a threat, which experts say lacks evidence. This report is part of the broader US pressure campaign.
Aug 06, 2026 · 15 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela is affected by the U.S. campaign, including the capture of its president, but is not a direct participant in the current expansion.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department announced the $1 billion aid package, supporting the diplomatic and financial aspects of the campaign.
Aug 07, 2026 · 58 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela>>> is mentioned in the context of the Trump administration's foreign policy, with Marco Rubio>>> defending actions taken there.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State>>>'s annual budget request is being presented by Secretary Marco Rubio>>> to Congress, but the hearings are primarily focused on the department's role in the Iran war and diplomatic efforts.
Jun 01, 2026 · 62 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela>>> is mentioned in the context of the US abducting its President, Nicolas Maduro, highlighting concerns about foreign intervention in Latin America.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State officially designated two major Brazilian criminal organizations, Primeiro Comando da Capital and Comando Vermelho, as foreign terrorist organizations, a move that has significant geopolitical and financial implications.
May 28, 2026 · 46 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela also announced withdrawal from the ICC, following U.S. calls, further reducing the court's reach.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department announced the sanctions and has been leading the diplomatic campaign against the ICC.
Jul 13, 2026 · 277 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela may benefit from increased oil production to offset supply disruptions, but faces its own challenges.
United States — United States Department of State: Issued statements on sanctions and diplomacy. Supporting US policy.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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Domestic
Venezuela: TPS termination affects Venezuelans, though not the focus.
United States — United States Department of State: State Department classifies Haiti as Level 4, highlighting dangers, but this did not prevent termination.
Aug 05, 2026 · 32 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela>>> is referenced by Donald Trump>>> as a precedent for the United States>>> taking control of a country's oil sector, drawing a parallel to his threats against Iran>>>'s oil industry.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State>>> released a joint statement condemning Iran>>>'s attacks, indicating diplomatic efforts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Venezuela: The earthquake drew comparisons to Venezuela's recent devastating quakes, highlighting regional seismic vulnerability. Venezuela's own recovery efforts continue.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department announced $15.5 million in emergency aid, coordinating U.S. assistance.
Aug 10, 2026 · 321 articles
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Venezuela: Former ally of Cuba, now under US-friendly government after Maduro's overthrow.
United States — United States Department of State: Dismissed Cuba's reforms as 'superficial smoke signals', demanding more substantial changes.
Jul 02, 2026 · 38 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela was among countries India increased oil purchases from during the crisis.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department requested $300 million for embassy security; Secretary Rubio visited Kuwait.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela is a source country for refugees, but admissions have declined.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department's data is the source for refugee admission statistics, and it implements the administration's refugee policies.
Aug 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela is one of the countries where Trump has ordered strikes.
United States — United States Department of State: The State Department condemned terrorist activity in Mali.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela is mentioned in the context of Donald Trump's past foreign policy decisions, specifically the capture of Nicolás Maduro, which both JD Vance and Marco Rubio supported.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State, through its spokesman Tommy Pigott, is denying any foreign policy divisions between Marco Rubio and JD Vance, asserting that the administration is united behind President Donald Trump.
Jun 26, 2026 · 36 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela's oil sector was previously assumed control of by the US after ousting its then-president, a scenario Donald Trump compared to his plans for Iran.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State>>> released a joint statement condemning Iran>>>'s attacks, indicating diplomatic efforts.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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Venezuela: Venezuela>>> was briefly and mistakenly mentioned by Donald Trump>>> when referring to a nation whose military capabilities had been diminished, indicating a potential mix-up with Iran>>>.
United States — United States Department of State: The United States — United States Department of State>>> confirmed Donald Trump>>>'s threat against Oman>>>, validating the controversial remarks and their official nature.
May 27, 2026 · 22 articles
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Dec 03, 2025 · 10 articles
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Dec 15, 2025 · 16 articles
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Feb 15, 2026 · 139 articles
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Feb 25, 2026 · 25 articles
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Feb 24, 2026 · 16 articles
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Feb 03, 2026 · 7 articles
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