US and Venezuela move to restore diplomatic ties two months after Maduro’s capture

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseMarch 6, 2026 at 07:59 AM
US and Venezuela move to restore diplomatic ties two months after Maduro’s capture

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The US and Venezuela announced the restoration of diplomatic ties, two months after Nicolás Maduro's capture, signaling a thaw in relations. The announcement followed a two-day trip to Venezuela by US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, part of the Trump administration's effort to increase access to Venezuela's mineral wealth. The US State Department stated the renewed relations aim to promote stability, economic recovery, and political reconciliation in Venezuela. Venezuela's foreign ministry expressed hope for constructive dialogue and cooperation. Burgum, who met with interim president Delcy Rodríguez, secured assurances regarding the security of foreign mining companies interested in investing in Venezuela's resources, including oil, gold, and diamonds.

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