Venezuela calls oil tankers blockade «unreasonable threat»

The Venezuelan government condemned Donald Trump's statement on the blockade of oil tankers, calling it an «unreasonable and hideous threat» and an attempt to «steal the wealth that belongs to our nation».

The Venezuelan government described on Wednesday US President Donald Trump's announcement on imposing a blockade on oil tankers subject to sanctions entering and leaving the country as «unreasonable and a hideous threat aimed at stealing the wealth that belongs to our nation».

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2026-02-10T13:13:43+00:00

Maduro’s Venezuela: Dreams – Ideology – Ruin

Despite sanctions and dissent, Maduro clung to power, inheriting the world's largest oil reserves. His rule marked by contrasts: triumphs and economic collapse.

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2026-02-09T15:46:38+00:00

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Announces Political Intentions

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado announced her political plans. She called for national unity and peaceful actions. Machado emphasized the need for economic reforms to overcome the crisis. Her statement caused a wide resonance in society.

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2026-02-08T22:15:02+00:00

Venezuela's Oil Reform Insufficient to Attract Investors

Venezuela's government has passed a new oil reform, offering investors operational control and tax breaks. However, experts believe the changes are insufficient to bring back major international companies. Analysts note that boosting production requires massive investment, and the source of these funds remains unclear.

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2026-02-08T19:40:08+00:00

Venezuela Releases Opposition Leader Juan Pablo Guanipa

Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa has been released after over eight months in detention. His family calls for the release of all political prisoners. Analysts see this as a potential gesture in negotiations for a general amnesty.

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2026-02-08T02:25:53+00:00

Former Latin American Leaders Demand Release of Venezuelan Political Prisoners

A collective of thirty-two former heads of state and government, integrated into the Democratic Initiative of Spain and the Americas (Grupo IDEA), has demanded the unconditional release of all political prisoners in Venezuela. The experts emphasized that restoring the rule of law requires not only the release of detainees but also the repeal of repressive laws. Signatories include prominent figures like former Spanish Prime Ministers José María Aznar and Mariano Rajoy, and former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe. This call follows demands from former Argentine President Mauricio Macri. However, figures on released prisoners vary: from 391 to 895, while the Venezuelan Penal Forum records 687 still in custody. Grupo IDEA expressed concern over the amnesty bill, warning that freed citizens remain vulnerable to an arbitrary judicial system as long as repressive laws are in place. The group insists a transparent legal framework is essential for sustainable freedom.

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