Alex Saab.
Colombian businessman
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 30
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Alex Saab, a textile businessman, formed business partnerships in Colombia with Álvaro Pulido.Some support1 report
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A civil lawsuit was filed naming Alex Saab and Nicolás Maduro as defendants, with advocates pushing for sovereign immunity.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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The US has utilized Alex Saab in a legal case filed against Nicolás Maduro.Some support1 report
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Alex Saab, a close ally of Nicolás Maduro, was investigated for food imports from South America during a high-level humanitarian mission in Colombia.Well supported38 reports1 development inside
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Alex Saab was alleged to have profited from a welfare program while under the influence of Nicolás Maduro.Some support3 reports
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Canada seeks private investment for airports while Joe Biden pardoned Alex Saab in 2023.Some support1 report
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Alex Saab returned to federal custody in Miami, where a probe is being conducted in the Southern District of Florida.Some support3 reports
Gone quiet
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What's reaching Alex Saab
Events traced to Alex Saab, step by step, newest firstAround Alex Saab this week
News at the entities that move Alex Saab most-
Nicolás Maduro StructuralFollowing Maduro's capture, the US DLA awarded a contract to US Vanadium for by-products sourced from Venezuela.Moves Alex Saab
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Delcy Rodriguez TransactionalVenezuela seeks access to frozen funds at the Bank of England as Delcy Rodriguez leads the interim government.Moves Alex Saab
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MIaMI StructuralIndustry leaders from major financial institutions met in Miami on October 19, 2026.Moves Alex Saab
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Joe Biden TransactionalBiden's policies regarding the southern border are discussed, highlighting the role of US Ambassador Ronald Johnson to Mexico.Moves Alex Saab
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Venezuela StructuralMultiple energy companies, including SLB, Halliburton, and Eni, are expanding operations and seeking talent in Venezuela, supported by Trump's energy revival plan.Moves Alex Saab
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Abelardo de la Espriella OperationalPresident Abelardo de la Espriella spoke at the Ministry of Culture regarding the National Museum in Colombia.Moves Alex Saab
Connections
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Nicolás Maduro Structural
Alex Saab functioned as a key financial operative and close ally within Nicolás Maduro's regime.
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PDVSA Operational
Alex Saab utilized corruption networks and bribery to secure contracts and influence operations within PDVSA.
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Álvaro Pulido Operational
Álvaro Pulido and Alex Saab are active partners who have co-conspired in fraud schemes and money laundering.
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Delcy Rodriguez Transactional
Delcy Rodriguez deported Alex Saab to the U.S. following political investigations and US pressure.
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Venezuela Structural
Alex Saab functioned as a financial operative and minister, deeply integrated into the Venezuelan state apparatus and government schemes.
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Abelardo de la Espriella Operational
Abelardo de la Espriella provides legal defense services to Alex Saab.
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MIaMI Structural
Alex Saab is subject to federal custody and legal proceedings within the jurisdiction of Miami.
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department Transactional
The Department of Justice formally charged Alex Saab with money laundering.
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Colombia Transactional
Alex Saab is investigated for money laundering and corruption related to food import schemes sourced from Colombia.
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Joe Biden Transactional
Joe Biden pardoned Alex Saab in 2023 as part of a negotiated prisoner exchange for political favors.
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Gaston Browne Structural
Gaston Browne formally appointed Alex Saab to the role of economic envoy.
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Cape Verde Transactional
Alex Saab was arrested in Cape Verde during a refueling stop.
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Associated Press Mentioned together
Associated Press reported on the legal plea of Alex Saab.
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Darrin P. Gayles Transactional
The relationship is currently involved in a matter leading to a default judgment.
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Cilia Flores Operational
Both individuals are potentially willing to testify against Nicolás Maduro regarding shared high-stakes matters.
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Kash Patel Mentioned together
Both individuals are mentioned in the context of investigations related to the U.S. financial system.
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Manhattan Shared context
The entities are linked by the shared context of the trial proceedings taking place in Manhattan.
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Hugo Chávez Shared context
The relationship is contextual, linking Alex Saab's political access to the political allies of Hugo Chávez.
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Caracas Shared context
Alex Saab is associated with Caracas, Venezuela, as his place of origin and operational base.
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Antigua Shared context
Alex Saab previously held a representative role for Antigua and Barbuda.
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Drug Enforcement Administration Mentioned together
Evidence is insufficient to establish a direct relationship between Alex Saab and the DEA.
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Homeland Security Investigations Mentioned together
No evidence provided links Homeland Security Investigations and Alex Saab.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 eventsSeptember 2026
5 events- Alex Saab, a textile businessman, formed business partnerships in Colombia with Álvaro Pulido.
- The US has utilized Alex Saab in a legal case filed against Nicolás Maduro.
- Alex Saab, a close ally of Nicolás Maduro, was investigated for food imports from South America during a high-level humanitarian mission in Colombia.
- Alex Saab was alleged to have profited from a welfare program while under the influence of Nicolás Maduro.
- Canada seeks private investment for airports while Joe Biden pardoned Alex Saab in 2023.
August 2026
1 eventShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
3 events- Alex Saab returned to federal custody in Miami, where a probe is being conducted in the Southern District of Florida.
- In the Colombian election runoff, Ivan Cepeda was defeated, while a candidate defended Alex Saab in U.S. charges.
- Alex Saab, who holds property and passports in Italy, is facing intense scrutiny regarding his future and political ambitions.