US and Venezuela agree to resume diplomatic ties after Maduro capture

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete March 6, 2026 at 05:23 AM

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The United States and Venezuela have agreed to re-establish diplomatic and consular relations after a period of strained ties. This follows the US military's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January, who is due to stand trial in the US on weapon and drug charges. The US embassy in Caracas, closed since 2019, has reopened, and a new US diplomat has been appointed. While Venezuela seeks a constructive dialogue focused on social and economic well-being, the US aims to facilitate a peaceful transition to a democratically elected government. US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum visited Venezuela and characterized the intervention as a strategic move, preceding military action against Iran.

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