Venezuela: In the Shadow of the US

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 23, 2026 at 03:12 PM

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This documentary examines Venezuela's decline from a stable, oil-rich democracy in the 1970s to a crisis culminating in a US special forces raid on Caracas on January 3, 2026. It explores the historical context, including the 1989 Caracazo riots, Hugo Chavez's rise and reforms, the 2002 coup attempt, and the economic collapse under President Nicolas Maduro. The film investigates how Venezuela, once a US ally, reached this point, highlighting the influence of US power in Latin America. Through firsthand accounts, expert analysis, and archival footage, the documentary analyzes the factors contributing to Venezuela's downfall and the implications of US intervention in the region. It was published on January 23, 2026.

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Key Player Opposition Context

2002 coup attempt 40% Latin America 40% Caracazo Riots 50% United States special forces ×260% Hugo Chavez 60% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×270% Caracas ×270% January 2026 US raid on Caracas 80% United States ×480% Venezuela ×490%

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venezuela 100% us intervention 90% political crisis 80% us raid on caracas 80% oil-rich 70% nicolas maduro 60% hugo chavez 60% economic collapse 50% latin america 50%

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Al Jazeera

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90%

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Venezuela

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