- Earthquakes struck west of the capital Caracas, leading to urgent needs and a response from aid organizations.
- Delcy Rodriguez is leading the national response and seeking international aid following the major earthquake in Venezuela.
- Trump directs aid mobilization, Rubio announces US aid to Venezuela, and Rodriguez discusses quakes with Rubio.
- U.S. administration seeks oil access in Venezuela, with the Secretary of State supporting agreement details.
Trump announced a historic oil agreement with Venezuela, finalized by Secretary Wright in Caracas.
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Trump announced a historic oil agreement with Venezuela, finalized by Secretary Wright in Caracas.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Rubio defended the new oil agreement with Venezuela, which involves Chinese companies operating in the oil fields.1 source
Chinese lenders hold billions in claims against Venezuela amid new oil development backed by Trump.1 source
Trump and the US finalized a historic oil agreement with Venezuela.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Nicolás Maduro
President of Venezuela 2013 to 2026
- Maduro was captured in a US operation on September 1, 2026. Trump is planning to meet Delcy Rodríguez next week regarding the fallout.
- Trump administration is pursuing concrete actions against Nicolás Maduro, including targeting vessels and directing operations to capture him, while also welcoming Gustavo Petro.
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Marco Rubio
72nd United States Secretary of State since 2025