US seizes sanctioned oil tanker with British help
US forces, supported by the UK, have captured the blacklisted supertanker Marinera in the North Atlantic after a dramatic two-week pursuit. Read the full story on the sanctions-busting vessel.
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On the ground in Venezuela after Trump's 'operation'
A journalist in Caracas recounts the night of explosions as the US attacked Venezuela's capital. Hear the latest on the fragile new leadership and the country's ongoing crisis. Support independent journalism.
Russian Navy escorts tanker as US threatens seizure
Russia deploys naval assets to protect a sanctioned oil tanker crossing the Atlantic, escalating tensions after US forces prepared to board the vessel. Read the full story.
RAF jets intercept Venezuelan tanker as US plans seizure
RAF fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a Venezuelan oil tanker in the Atlantic as the US prepared a dramatic mission to seize the vessel. Read the full story on the escalating international standoff.
RAF jets intercept tanker in Atlantic as US plans seizure
RAF fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a Venezuelan oil tanker in the Atlantic as the US prepared a dramatic mission to seize the vessel. Read the full story on the high-stakes maritime standoff.
Maduro's 'Disgusting' Solitary Confinement in Brooklyn
Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro faces a brutal regime in a tiny Brooklyn jail cell, a world away from his presidential palace. Prison experts reveal the harsh conditions and security risks he now endures.
US Fears Venezuelan Gang Resurgence After Maduro Capture
Federal officials warn sleeper cells of the Tren de Aragua gang, linked to Maduro, could reactivate in US cities. Read the exclusive intelligence.
Veteran Judge Hellerstein to Preside Over Maduro Case
The criminal case against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro will be overseen by 92-year-old US District Judge Alvin Hellerstein, renowned for his independent and unconventional courtroom style. Discover the details of this high-profile legal batt
Trader earns £320k on Maduro bet, markets react
An anonymous trader made a £320,000 profit betting on Nicolas Maduro's removal. The event triggered a rally in Venezuelan bonds and oil prices, while raising insider trading concerns.
Venezuelan diaspora in Spain reacts to Maduro's capture
Venezuelans in Barcelona express hope and anxiety after the capture of Nicolás Maduro, dreaming of return but facing political uncertainty. Read their stories.
US Monitors Tanker Off Ireland in Venezuelan Oil Blockade
A US military aircraft monitors a sanctioned tanker off Ireland as a dozen ships attempt to evade Trump's naval blockade of Venezuelan oil. Read the latest on the escalating maritime standoff.
US Ends Venezuelan TPS, Offers Refugee Status Path
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirms Venezuelans under revoked Temporary Protected Status can apply for refugee status, as the Trump administration pushes for a new leader in Caracas.
Trump Celebrates Maduro Capture at Mar-a-Lago Event
Donald Trump hosted Venezuelan influencers and Elon Musk at a lavish dinner to mark the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Read the full story on the global reaction and the operation's details.
Trump Celebrates Maduro Capture at Mar-a-Lago with Exiles
Donald Trump hosted a lavish dinner for Venezuelan supporters at Mar-a-Lago, celebrating the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Elon Musk also attended, signalling a reconciliation with the President. Read the full story.
Maduro Captured by U.S. Forces, Taken to New York
Venezuela's capital holds its breath after a dramatic U.S. military operation captures President Nicolás Maduro. See the latest on this major geopolitical event.
MLB Teams Scramble for Safety After Venezuela Strikes
Major League Baseball teams are urgently checking on players and staff in Venezuela after US military action toppled the Maduro government. Key players are stranded as airports shut down. Read the latest.
Venezuelan President Maduro Captured, Faces US Charges
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been captured by US forces and arrived in New York in handcuffs. He and his wife face federal narco-terrorism charges. Read the full story.
Maduro Handcuffed by US Agents in DEA Video
Shocking video appears to show Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in custody at a US DEA office. Get the latest on the dramatic pre-dawn capture in Caracas and his detention in Brooklyn.
Inside the Brooklyn Jail Holding Nicolas Maduro
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is detained in New York's notorious Metropolitan Detention Center, a facility plagued by violence, maggots in food, and chronic understaffing. Read the shocking details.
The Rise and Fall of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro
Explore the turbulent decade of Nicolás Maduro's presidency, from inheriting power after Hugo Chávez to overseeing Venezuela's profound economic and humanitarian crisis. View the story in photos.
US to 'Run' Venezuela After Military Captures Maduro
President Trump announces US will administer Venezuela after capturing Nicolás Maduro, aiming to seize oil reserves. Critics warn of illegal regime change and regional chaos.
US Captures Maduro in Daring Night Raid on Caracas
US forces seize Venezuelan President Maduro in a night raid. We analyse Trump's motives, from oil to the Monroe Doctrine, and the risks of a prolonged conflict. Read the full analysis.
Maduro captured in US special forces operation
Nicolás Maduro seized by US Delta Force in Caracas and flown to face drug charges. Jubilant Venezuelan diaspora celebrates as the UN cites a displacement crisis affecting millions.
Nicolas Maduro captured by US forces, flown to America
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro seized in US special forces raid. Jubilant exiles celebrate worldwide as he faces US drug trafficking charges. Full story.
Venezuela's Maduro Proposes Talks with US on Drugs and Oil
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has extended an olive branch to the US, proposing serious negotiations on drug trafficking and offering American firms access to Venezuelan oil. Read the full analysis.
Tonga added to Trump's travel ban list, sparking outrage
The US will impose visa restrictions on Tonga from January, citing overstay rates. Pacific leaders condemn the move as unjust and damaging to cultural ties. Read the full story.
Peruvian Shamans Predict Trump to Remove Maduro in 2026
Peruvian shamans forecast Donald Trump will remove Nicolás Maduro in 2026, as Venezuela orders full military deployment. Read their annual prophecies on global conflicts.
Venezuelans Celebrate Holy Innocents' Day with Street Festivities
Hundreds in Caucagua, Venezuela, marked Holy Innocents' Day with vibrant 'Bandos and Parrandas' festivities, a centuries-old tradition rooted in Afro-descendant cacao communities. See the photos.
AP's Top Photos: Christmas in Venezuela & Bolivian Tradition
Explore AP's powerful photo gallery from Latin America & the Caribbean, featuring Venezuelan migrants celebrating Christmas at home and a climber scaling a glacier in traditional pollera dress.
Venezuelan Family's Christmas Dream Shattered by Deportation
Mariela Gómez's American dream ended with deportation. She spent a modest Christmas in Venezuela, facing unemployment, after Trump's immigration crackdown. Read her journey.
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