Venezuela’s former opposition leader Juan Guaido denounces Delcy Rodriguez

In an interview with Al Jazeera on January 7, 2026, Venezuela's former opposition leader Juan Guaido denounced acting president Delcy Rodriguez. Guaido, who was previously backed by the US, accused Rodriguez of being a dictator and a cartel leader. The denouncement comes after Guaido declared himself interim president in 2019 following Nicolas Maduro's second term inauguration. The interview provides insight into the ongoing political tensions within Venezuela and the continued opposition to the current leadership. Guaido's accusations highlight the deep divisions and power struggles that persist in the country.