The U.S. in 2019 withdrew all diplomatic personnel from Venezuela, citing the deteriorating situation in the country after months of political unrest.
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Moneycontrol05-01-2026, 23:18

US Prepares Caracas Embassy Reopening After Maduro Capture

  • The Trump administration is preparing for the potential reopening of the U.S. embassy in Caracas, Venezuela.
  • This comes after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was captured and taken to New York to face drug-trafficking charges.
  • President Trump stated the U.S. will "run" Venezuela until a proper transition and aims to share in the nation's oil riches.
  • Trump hinted at further military intervention, warning of a "second strike" if "they don't behave."
  • American oil companies are expected to return to Venezuela to rebuild its oil sector infrastructure.

Why It Matters: US eyes Caracas embassy reopening and Venezuelan control post-Maduro, with oil interests and military threats.

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