NewsNewsLatin AmericaColombia sentences ex-paramilitary leader Mancuso to 40 years in jailSalvatore Mancuso's group committed more than 100 crimes, many targeting an indigenous group, the tribunal ruled. 1 day agoLatin AmericaChile declares 'state of catastrophe' as wildfires leave at least 18 deadChile's president warned the death toll cold rise in the Ñuble and Biobío regions.3 days agoLatin AmericaCuba counts cost of alliance after 32 troops killed in VenezuelaThe recent events in Venezuela have exposed the strategic risks of Cuba’s foreign entanglements. 6 days agoLatin AmericaUS forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean SeaThe tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says.6 days agoLatin AmericaMachado vows to lead Venezuela 'when right time comes'The opposition leader says she has a mandate to lead the country after the US seized its president.5 days agoLatin AmericaCIA director had two-hour meeting with new Venezuelan leader in CaracasThe pair discussed economic opportunities and preventing Venezuela becoming a place for "America's adversaries", a US official said.5 days agoWorldVenezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner presents her medal to TrumpTrump thanked Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, calling it "a wonderful gesture of mutual respect". 6 days agoWorldUS-Venezuela tensionsJailed Venezuelan politician's son says Trump shouldn't be 'fooled' by pledge of prisoner releasesRamón Guanipa's father was accused of treason for challenging the disputed 2024 presidential election result.The continued mysteries surrounding the intelligence operation to seize MaduroFrom intelligence sources to intricate mission plans, some details are becoming clearer - but many questions remain unanswered.US involvement in Venezuela could last years, Trump saysThe US president says only time would tell how long his administration will be involved in the running of the country.Analysis: Why Trump chose Maduro's VP over Nobel winnerWhat is it about Delcy Rodríguez that caught the eye of the Trump administration?US will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely', official says Officials say sales were expected to start with 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil and the revenue would be controlled by the US government.Features & AnalysisHispanic voters sent Trump back to power. 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Did he?The US president on Tuesday claimed the ousted Venezuelan leader imitated his moves. Here's a side-by-side look at both men's dancing.Latest Updates1 day agoColombia sentences ex-paramilitary leader Mancuso to 40 years in jailSalvatore Mancuso's group committed more than 100 crimes, many targeting an indigenous group, the tribunal ruled. 1 day ago3 days agoChile declares 'state of catastrophe' as wildfires leave at least 18 deadChile's president warned the death toll cold rise in the Ñuble and Biobío regions.3 days ago5 days agoMachado vows to lead Venezuela 'when right time comes'The opposition leader says she has a mandate to lead the country after the US seized its president.5 days ago6 days agoCuba counts cost of alliance after 32 troops killed in VenezuelaThe recent events in Venezuela have exposed the strategic risks of Cuba’s foreign entanglements. 6 days ago6 days agoPublic pay their respects to Cubans killed in Venezuela during US raidThe BBC's Will Grant is in Cuba's capital, Havana, where people lined the streets to pay tribute.6 days ago6 days agoUS forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean SeaThe tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says.6 days ago6 days agoBodies of Cubans killed during US raid on Venezuela returnedThe bodies of 32 soldiers killed during the US action are received in Havana on Thursday. 6 days ago6 days agoShe's offered to share her Nobel with Trump. But what might Machado ask for in return?Venezuela's opposition leader will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday.6 days ago12 Jan 2026Jailed Venezuelan politician's son says Trump shouldn't be 'fooled' by pledge of prisoner releasesRamón Guanipa's father was accused of treason for challenging the disputed 2024 presidential election result.12 Jan 2026...
