U.S. intelligence suggested María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s opposition leader, would struggle to lead the government. But her relationship with Trump officials had been souring for months.
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How Andrew Tate, Manosphere Star Accused of Rape and Trafficking, Was Freed
Barred from leaving Romania, Andrew Tate courted powerful figures on the American right, from Tucker Carlson to Barron Trump. Then an extraordinary order let him go.
Trump Allies Push to Bolster Putin-Backed Balkans Leader
An influence campaign has relied on allies of the president, including Rudolph W. Giuliani, to cast a Serbian politician as a victim of political persecution.
Qatar Pushes U.S.-Venezuela Diplomacy as Trump Focuses on Military Action
The Pentagon has deployed 10,000 U.S. troops to the region, most of them to bases in Puerto Rico, a senior military official said.
Trump Calls Off Diplomatic Outreach to Venezuela
The move paves the way for a possible military escalation against drug traffickers or the government of Nicolás Maduro.
U.S. Botched a Deal to Swap Venezuelans in El Salvador for American Prisoners
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. envoy to Venezuela were both working on different deals and ended up at cross purposes.
Venezuela Frees an Air Force Veteran the U.S. Says Was Wrongfully Held
The family of Joseph St. Clair confirmed his release. The move comes as the United States threatens to choke off Venezuela’s critical oil revenue.
Deportation Flights Return Migrants From U.S. to Venezuela
The flights, which left Fort Bliss in Texas, represent a significant victory for President Trump, who has vowed to carry out sweeping deportations.
Venezuela Frees 6 Americans After Visit by Trump Envoy
Richard Grenell, the envoy for special missions, said he was flying home with the detainees after he met with President Nicolás Maduro.
In Pakistan, Imran Khan’s Followers Are Counting on Trump to Free Him
A Trump ally has called on Pakistan to release the former prime minister from prison, inspiring fervent hope among his supporters.