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Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured by US forces in a Caracas raid and are back in a Manhattan federal court to face narco-terrorism charges, with prosecutors alleging he led a corrupt regime that protected drug trafficking; the case includes funding disputes over his defense under OFAC sanctions, as Venezuela reshapes its leadership under acting president Delcy Rodríguez.
The United States and Venezuela's interim authorities agreed to reestablish diplomatic and consular relations for the first time since 2019, launching a phased process to promote stability, support Venezuela's economic recovery, and advance a transition to a democratically elected government, following high-level visits and leadership changes.
The article discusses the upcoming congressional focus on Venezuela following the capture of Nicolás Maduro, with debates over U.S. policy and leadership in Venezuela, and a bipartisan move to limit military actions without congressional approval, amidst ongoing political tensions and legislative activities.
Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts in promoting democracy and peaceful transition in Venezuela, despite being banned from running for office and living in hiding. Her recognition highlights her role in resisting Maduro's authoritarian regime amidst ongoing political turmoil. The award was unexpected, with speculation initially favoring other figures like Donald Trump.
The US has launched a military campaign against Venezuelan drug cartels, including a strike on a vessel in the Caribbean, as part of efforts to combat drug trafficking and possibly exert pressure on Venezuela's government. The operation involved significant naval deployment and was defended by US officials as a precision attack targeting traffickers, with broader geopolitical implications.