Venezuela’s interim leadership has unveiled a 25-year oil agreement with the United States, granting American companies access to Venezuelan energy assets. Despite the partnership, Caracas insists the nation retains full ownership and sovereign control over its petroleum reserves amid ongoing political and economic negotiations.
A new inorganic social media campaign is reportedly promoting Venezuelan oligarch Alejandro Betancourt and Delcy Rodríguez, while simultaneously attacking their critics, including María Corina Machado.
Sterling Betancourt, the Trinidadian musician who brought steelpan music to the UK and endured racism while building his own instruments, has died at 96.
Professor Guillermo Aveledo Coll discusses ongoing political talks in Venezuela, forecasting a likely transformation of the country's traditional party structure and drawing historical lessons from Rómulo Betancourt.
Former President Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US actions in the Strait of Hormuz, reiterating his stance on controlling the vital waterway. This comes amidst heightened tensions and threats from Iran to go on the offensive in the Strait if diplomatic efforts with the US fail.
The United States has imposed new sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and members of the Castro family. Cuba's president has condemned these actions, calling them 'illegal sanctions and aggression by the United States.'
Reports suggest high-ranking members of the Trump administration attempted to influence a Swiss investigation concerning Venezuelan oil executive Alejandro Betancourt.
With major oil companies still hesitant to invest in Venezuela, Alejandro Betancourt is helping to direct opportunities towards smaller US operators, thereby increasing his power in the country's oil sector.
Mick Betancourt, a producer known for his work on procedurals like 'Reacher', intervened in a real-life robbery and assault incident on the Lower East Side of New York City, chasing down the suspect.
