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Maduro and Lula embrace.
Maduro and Lula embrace.

South American Presidents Come to Lula’s Party, but Check His Leadership

In Brasília, leaders weighed how to make continental cooperation more durable after a past attempt sputtered.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro speaks during the opening of an international conference on Venezuela held in Bogotá on April 25.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro speaks during the opening of an international conference on Venezuela held in Bogotá on April 25.

Petro Pushes to Restart Venezuela Talks

At Colombia’s urging, the United States gets explicit about sanctions relief to woo Maduro back to the negotiating table.

Maduro, wearing a red shirt, gives a speech in a crowd.
Maduro, wearing a red shirt, gives a speech in a crowd.

Why Maduro Is Courting Evangelicals Ahead of the 2024 Election

Their support could be key to Venezuela’s president regaining international recognition.

A person holds a grocery bag. Colorful posters are behind them.
A person holds a grocery bag. Colorful posters are behind them.
Then-Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó speaks.
Then-Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó speaks.

The World Is Done Waiting for Guaidó

The ouster of Venezuela’s would-be interim president has left U.S. policy in limbo, rapprochement in the air, and a legal mess for all.

Petro and Maduro shake hands while looking ahead toward the camera. Maduro is on the right and holds a large red folder.
Petro and Maduro shake hands while looking ahead toward the camera. Maduro is on the right and holds a large red folder.

The Pipeline Reshaping Venezuela-Colombia Relations

A new gas deal could boost both economies but comes with major risks for Bogotá.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro shows the accord signed in Mexico on Nov. 26 between the Venezuelan government and opposition during a press conference at the Miraflores Palace in Caracas on Nov. 30.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro shows the accord signed in Mexico on Nov. 26 between the Venezuelan government and opposition during a press conference at the Miraflores Palace in Caracas on Nov. 30.

Will the World Ditch Its Punitive Approach to Venezuela in 2023?

As Maduro nears a decade in power, Washington and South American countries may try something new.

Venezuelan migrants stand by a fence at an improvised shelter in Panama City, on Oct.23.
Venezuelan migrants stand by a fence at an improvised shelter in Panama City, on Oct.23.

To Halt the Venezuelan Migration Crisis, Stop Banning Venezuelan Oil

The Biden administration’s policies on sanctions and asylum-seekers are making the country's humanitarian situation worse.

Migrants line up to be transported from Canaan Membrillo village to the migrants reception station in Metetí, Darién province, Panama, on Oct. 13.
Migrants line up to be transported from Canaan Membrillo village to the migrants reception station in Metetí, Darién province, Panama, on Oct. 13.

Washington Is Eroding Asylum at the U.S.-Mexico Border

The latest U.S. immigration plans would dramatically reduce Venezuelans’ ability to seek protection.

Women are seen making food and holding food containers in a kitchen.
Women are seen making food and holding food containers in a kitchen.

Chavismo’s Latest Target

NGOs are essential to Venezuelan society. A new law may lead to their collapse.

Ex-combatants of the FARC-People’s Army listen to a U.N. member speak on humanitarian demining in the municipality of La Montañita, Caquetá, Colombia, on Oct. 9, 2019.
Ex-combatants of the FARC-People’s Army listen to a U.N. member speak on humanitarian demining in the municipality of La Montañita, Caquetá, Colombia, on Oct. 9, 2019.

The U.N.’s Small Success Stories

The organization has been criticized aplenty this week. Its missions in Colombia, Honduras, and Venezuela could be a silver lining.

A migrant family from Venezuela illegally crosses the Rio Grande river.
A migrant family from Venezuela illegally crosses the Rio Grande river.

Venezuela’s Forgotten Refugee Crisis Rivals Ukraine’s

International funding for refugees falls short despite a new spike in Venezuelans fleeing their country.

A woman holds a banner that reads “Today a new country is born” as she awaits the inauguration of Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the Simón Bolívar International Bridge between Colombia and Venezuela in Cúcuta, Colombia, on Aug. 7.
A woman holds a banner that reads “Today a new country is born” as she awaits the inauguration of Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the Simón Bolívar International Bridge between Colombia and Venezuela in Cúcuta, Colombia, on Aug. 7.

Venezuela’s Enabling Neighbors Change Their Tune

Former Maduro allies in Colombia and Brazil have recently rebuked him.

Juan Guaidó in the Venezuelan parliament in Caracas
Juan Guaidó in the Venezuelan parliament in Caracas

Biden Sidelines Venezuelan Democracy at Summit of the Americas

The administration wants to support human rights, but it doesn’t have the courage of its convictions.

Cubans line up to buy food outside a store in Havana on Jan. 6.
Cubans line up to buy food outside a store in Havana on Jan. 6.

Rethinking Maximum Pressure

Washington loosens its sanctions on Cuba and Venezuela ahead of a critical summit.

A motorcycle passes in front of an oil-themed mural in Caracas, Venezuela
A motorcycle passes in front of an oil-themed mural in Caracas, Venezuela

Democracy Is Not a Commodity

The United States shouldn’t bargain away Venezuela’s future for oil.

Members of the Venezuelan army take part in a military parade in Tumeremo, Bolívar state, Venezuela, about 56 miles from the border with Guyana, on July 21, 2015.
Members of the Venezuelan army take part in a military parade in Tumeremo, Bolívar state, Venezuela, about 56 miles from the border with Guyana, on July 21, 2015.

Another Conflict Is Brewing in the Caribbean

Russia’s war in Ukraine stirs Venezuela’s dreams of conquest in oil-rich Guyana.

Maduro and Putin on a placard in Caracas
Maduro and Putin on a placard in Caracas

U.S.-Venezuelan Oil Deal Should Not Forget Democracy

A surprise trip to Caracas seems to have secured some energy relief—but needs to yield democratic benefits, too.

Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow on Dec. 5, 2018.
Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow on Dec. 5, 2018.

How the War in Ukraine Could Empower Maduro

Skyrocketing oil prices give Venezuela’s embattled leader less incentive to pursue sanctions relief.

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