Maduro torture charges could soon expand the US prosecution of the former Venezuelan president and Cilia Flores. Prosecutors are examining detainee abuse claims involving Americans held in Venezuela, while Flores separately seeks release over serious health concerns. Maduro and Flores could face new US charges over alleged torture Federal prosecutors in New York are expected to bring new criminal charges against former Venezuelan Preside

Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez told the United Nations General Assembly on September 23 that elections will be held in the country, although she stopped short of announcing a date. Her remarks came as Caracas and Washington deepen a relationship that changed dramatically after Nicolas Maduro was removed from power in a US military operation in January. Rodriguez also thanked President Donald Trump for supporting renewed diplomatic relations

President Donald Trump used his September 22 address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly to launch a direct attack on the International Criminal Court, while also setting out US positions on Gaza, Iran, artificial intelligence, Venezuela, Greenland and the United Nations itself. The White House described the speech as a defense of American sovereignty and national interests.

India opened September 4 with a major space achievement as ISRO successfully launched EOS-05 aboard GSLV-F17 from Sriharikota. The day also brought major geopolitical developments involving Trump’s backing for a Syria-Hormuz alternative, pressure on Iran and Venezuela’s new oil arrangements. ISRO EOS-05 launch succeeds from Sriharikota The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully com

A major US-Venezuela oil deal is reshaping the country’s energy sector, with Chevron, Eni and GE Vernova signing multibillion-dollar agreements in Caracas. The moves follow a separate arrangement that gives Washington extensive economic and governance rights connected to about 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves. US-Venezuela oil deal opens new investment phase US Energy Secretary C

Trump AI Truth Social Posts Spark Online Attention Trump AI Truth Social posts featuring Elvis Presley, American historical figures, Greenland and Venezuela attracted widespread attention over the weekend. The images blended political messaging, fantasy and personal branding while reviving debate over AI-generated content in public communication. Truth Social Images Draw Attention

Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela in quick succession on June 24, triggering large-scale destruction across multiple regions. The back-to-back tremors caused buildings to collapse, roads to fracture, and essential services to fail in several urban zones. The disaster has left authorities struggling to stabilise affected areas as the death toll continues to rise. Cities struggle with severe structural damage Major urban centres, including parts of Caracas and La Guaira, have been heavily impacted. Entire residential blocks were reduced to rubble, trapping residents and blocking access routes for emergency teams. The destruction has slowed rescue movement, with heavy debris and unstable structures making operations dangerous and time-consuming. Rescue teams race against time in difficult conditions Search and rescue crews are continuing operations in severely damaged districts, often working with limited equipment and unstable conditions. Hospitals in nearby regions are under pressure as injured survivors arrive continuously. Temporary shelters have been set up, but shortages of clean water, electricity, and medical supplies are complicating relief efforts. Government coordination under pressure Authorities led by interim leadership have confirmed a rising death toll, now reported at 2,595, while acknowledging that many individuals remain unaccounted for. Officials have denied claims of improper handling of victims and stated that identification procedures are being followed. Emergency coordination efforts are ongoing across multiple agencies. Uncertainty grows as recovery continues The full scale of the disaster is still unfolding. Rescue teams warn that numbers may change as deeper layers of collapsed structures are cleared. With communication lines disrupted and many zones still inaccessible, officials say the priority remains locating survivors and preventing further loss of life. Long recovery ahead for affected regions Beyond immediate rescue work, Venezuela now faces a long rebuilding process. Restoring housing, infrastructure, and basic services will take significant time, while displaced families continue to rely on temporary shelters and aid support. The focus remains on survival, recovery, and restoring stability in affected regions.

Survivor pulled alive after eight days under rubble Rescue teams in Venezuela have pulled a man alive from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story structure in La Guaira, eight days after a series of powerful earthquakes devastated large parts of the country. The survivor’s rescue has been described by emergency officials as a rare moment of hope amid widespread destructio

National mourning declared amid rising devastation Venezuela has declared seven days of national mourning following last week’s powerful twin earthquakes that left the country facing one of its worst humanitarian disasters in recent history. Interim president Delcy Rodriguez announced the decision as the confirmed death toll climbed to at least 2,295, with thousands more injured and many still unaccounted for. Authorities say nearly 13,000 people have

Region under severe strain after twin quakes La Guaira is facing mounting pressure after successive earthquakes caused widespread disruption across coastal communities. Entire neighborhoods have been damaged, leaving thousands without stable housing. Emergency services are stretched thin as access roads remain partially blocked and essential infrastructure continues

India has sent humanitarian assistance to Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck west of Caracas on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The response, called Operation Amistad, adds to a broader record of Indian disaster relief, medical support and emergency supplies delivered overseas. Under the mission, two Indian Air Force C-17 transport aircraft carried an Indian Army field hospital, two BHISHM emergency medical units, medicines, medical equipment and more than 35 tonnes of relief

Venezuela is facing one of its worst natural disasters in recent years after two powerful earthquakes struck on June 24, causing widespread destruction and leaving thousands of families in distress. Officials said the death toll has risen to around 1,450, while more than 3,000 people have been injured and nearly 13,000 have been moved from unsafe areas. Rescue teams are still searching through collapsed buildings, damaged homes and broken streets as relatives wait for ne

Death toll rises after twin earthquakes The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday, June 24, has climbed to 1,430, as rescue teams continue searching through collapsed buildings and damaged neighborhoods. Authorities in several countries have confirmed that their citizens were among those killed, while many foreign nationals remain missing in the disaster-hit areas. The earthquakes have triggered a broad international respon

How to enable earthquake alerts on Android in India is a timely question after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Android’s warning system can provide some users with seconds of notice after an earthquake begins, although alerts are not guaranteed. Magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck western Venezuela at about 6:04 PM and 6:05 PM Venezuela time on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Reuters reported that the confir

A major earthquake struck the northern coastline of Venezuela, causing severe destruction across coastal cities and leaving at least 235 people dead. The tremor, measured at magnitudes 7.2 to 7.5, hit suddenly and was felt across a wide stretch of the Caribbean region. Thousands of residents were forced out of their homes within minutes as buildings swayed and collapsed under the force of the shaking.

Powerful Earthquakes Shake Venezuela and Japan Two major earthquakes measuring magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, causing widespread destruction, infrastructure damage, and panic across affected regions. The tremors brought daily life to a standstill as roads cracked, buildings collapsed, and emergency services were deployed to assess the situ

Double Earthquake Sequence Strikes Venezuela Two strong earthquakes measuring magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening,June 24th 2026  according to data released by the United States Geological Survey. The agency confirmed that the second quake, measured at magnitude 7.5, occurred just 39 seconds after the initial 7.2 tremor, forming what exper

Strike Announcement US President Donald Trump said American forces killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, widely known as Niño Guerrero, in what he described as a “swift and lethal” military operation against the alleged leader of Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang. Trump said the strike was carried out by US Southern Command and coordinated with Venezuela, but officials had not immediately released

Inmates Take Protest to Prison Roof A major protest broke out at the Barinas Judicial Internment Centre in western Venezuela after inmates accused prison staff of abuse, violence and harsh treatment. Hundreds of prisoners climbed onto the roof of the facility, burned mattresses and sheets, and raised SOS banners asking for help. The protest created a tense scene inside the jail as thick smoke rose from the buildi

Rubio linked the expected Delcy Rodriguez India visit to possible Venezuela oil discussions as Washington pushes to expand energy cooperation with New Delhi. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday, May 21, 2026, that Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez was expected to travel to India the following week. Speaking before his own India visit from Saturday, May 23, 2026, to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Rubio said the United States wanted a larger role i