Caracas, Washington Explore Diplomatic Thaw; US Team Assesses Embassy Operations

• Venezuela's government is exploring expanding diplomatic ties with the United States.
• US State Department officials are in Caracas for technical and logistical assessments of embassy operations.
• The US officials are assessing a "potential phased resumption" of embassy operations in Venezuela.
• Both nations signaled cooperation after a recent US military operation and capture of President Nicolas Maduro.
• Venezuela plans to send its own delegation to the US for similar assessments.

Why It Matters: Caracas and Washington are exploring re-establishing diplomatic ties and embassy operations after recent tensions.