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Why the Monroe Doctrine, meant for Europe, still echoes in Venezuela — and once in India

January 13, 2026 5:20 pm

The Monroe Doctrine was meant to keep European empires out of the Americas. But it has, scholars argue, become a flexible tool for justifying US intervention instead. President Donald Trump’s invocation of the doctrine over Venezuela, they warn, could lead to wider consequences.

Maduro opponent Machado vows to return to Venezuela, wants election

January 06, 2026 4:57 pm

Machado says opposition ready to win election; Trump administration aims to work with Maduro ally

Vice President Delcy Rodríguez has been ordered to assume power as questions grow over Washington’s role and the future leadership of the nation.

Who is Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela’s interim president after Maduro's capture?

January 04, 2026 12:35 pm

Delcy Rodriguez served as Nicolas Maduro’s vice president since 2018 and was next in line for the President’s post after Maduro.

Donald Trump designates Venezuela's Maduro government 'foreign terrorist organisation', orders blockade of oil tankers

December 17, 2025 7:45 am

Donald Trump designates Venezuela’s Maduro regime a foreign terrorist organisation, orders a blockade of oil tankers, and warns of an unprecedented US naval buildup.

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro celebrates winning a third term in the presidential election, in Caracas, Venezuela July 29, 2024. REUTERS

From bus driver to iron-fisted president: Who is Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro?

July 29, 2024 10:20 pm

This victory marks Maduro's third consecutive term as president, further entrenching his rule over the economically troubled nation.

FILE PHOTO: Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro closes his political campaign, in Caracas

All you need to know about the Presidential Elections in Venezuela

July 28, 2024 5:10 pm

Interestingly, this election coincides with the birthday of the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez, Maduro’s mentor. Here’s everything you need to know about Venezuela’s presidential election.

What to know about Venezuela's election as Maduro faces the toughest race of his decade in power

July 05, 2024 1:59 am

President Nicolás Maduro, now in his 11th year in office, is being challenged by former diplomat Edmundo González Urrutia at the head of a resurgent opposition, as well as a field of eight other candidates.

After renewed sanctions and ahead of election, Venezuela looks to increase tax take

May 02, 2024 9:01 pm

Neither the communications or finance ministry responded to a request for comment.

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Venezuela votes in crucial regional elections

October 15, 2017 8:04 pm

Venezuela "remains in a full-blown economic, humanitarian, and political crisis with no end in sight," said a report by the International Monetary Fund.

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Venezuelan agents seize two more court appointees, says opposition

July 26, 2017 3:15 pm

Venezuela's majority backed opposition is demanding Maduro abandon a Sunday election to create a controversial congress with powers to rewrite the country's constitution and override all other institutions. Foes have said that would institutionalize dictatorship by the ruling Socialist Party.