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China sets a new record for Russian oil imports in 2024
January 20, 10:05 AM • 65003 viewsTrump plans to remove Maduro: what the new US administration is preparing for Venezuela
January 19, 07:35 AM • 31528 viewsArmed clashes in Colombia: at least 39 people killed on the border with Venezuela
January 18, 01:20 AM • 29587 viewsBrazil can become an important mediator in the return of children deported by Russia - Yermak
January 14, 10:24 PM • 28975 viewsMaduro's "inauguration" is a fiction: Ukraine supported the EU's position
January 12, 06:07 PM • 23504 viewsPopular
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January 20, 07:15 PM • 32310 viewsStefanchuk commented on Trump's inauguration and his words about peace
January 20, 07:29 PM • 36605 viewsTrump signed the document officially launching the presidency and went to lunch
January 20, 07:40 PM • 30752 viewsTrump made a joke about Melania's big hat
January 20, 08:10 PM • 52184 viewsTrump signs his first executive orders as president
January 20, 10:06 PM • 27372 viewsVenezuela unexpectedly closes border with Brazil after Maduro's inauguration
January 11, 07:54 AM • 28911 viewsUS, EU impose sanctions on Venezuela and offer reward for Maduro's arrest
January 11, 07:01 AM • 48224 viewsThe third consecutive inauguration of President Maduro took place in Venezuela amid protests
January 11, 03:15 AM • 33490 viewsEU Council extends and expands sanctions against Venezuela
January 11, 01:29 AM • 31235 viewsRussia's shadow fleet: Sanctions circumvention, environmental threats and war financing
January 10, 05:45 PM • 240846 viewsDonald and Melania Trump's memecoins: a new trend in the crypto market
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Foreign Ministry reacts to Maduro's statements on detention of “mercenaries from Ukraine” in Venezuela
January 10, 01:36 PM • 26681 viewsChina's largest ports join sanctions against Russia's “shadow fleet”
January 8, 09:50 AM • 20330 viewsMaduro announces detention of foreigners, including Ukrainians
January 8, 03:53 AM • 23703 viewsVenezuela breaks off diplomatic relations with Paraguay over support for opposition
January 6, 11:22 PM • 22624 viewsVenezuela's opposition prepares large-scale protests ahead of Maduro's inauguration
January 6, 02:39 AM • 25864 viewsVenezuela offers from 500 to 100 thousand US dollars for the detention of oppositionist Gonzalez
January 3, 03:46 PM • 22815 viewsVenezuelan police announce $100,000 reward for opposition leader Gonzalez
January 3, 05:33 AM • 26964 viewsTwo Venezuelans detained for murder of migration officer on Mexican border
December 31, 12:36 AM • 25588 viewsEuropean Parliament awards Sakharov Prize to Venezuelan opposition leaders
December 17, 02:55 PM • 17461 viewsTrump appoints a new presidential envoy for special missions: who is he and what will he do
December 15, 05:40 AM • 22010 viewsAnother large-scale power outage in Cuba due to an accident, millions of consumers left without electricity
December 5, 12:33 AM • 17482 viewsArmed security forces surrounded the Argentine Embassy in Caracas: what is happening there
November 24, 10:05 AM • 21220 viewsMaduro's government launches new investigation against Venezuelan opposition leader: prosecutors talk about “treason”
November 23, 08:36 AM • 18156 viewsIdiots: a scandal erupts between France and Haiti over Macron
November 23, 03:07 AM • 64364 viewsVenezuela frees hundreds of protesters after disputed Maduro election
November 17, 01:04 PM • 22324 viewsVenezuela and russia sign new agreements: what is known about secret cooperation
November 8, 03:00 AM • 17720 viewsA powerful explosion occurs at an oil refinery in Turkey
November 5, 11:39 AM • 18005 viewsVenezuelan opposition leaders receive Sakharov Prize
October 24, 01:10 PM • 17047 viewsEcuador proposes a constitutional reform that would allow foreign military bases to be deployed in the country
October 18, 10:38 AM • 15283 viewsNew arrests in Venezuela on suspicion of destabilization: the number of detainees has reached almost 20
October 18, 08:33 AM • 13088 viewsChina sets a new record for Russian oil imports in 2024
Oil imports from Russia to China increased by 1% to reach a record 108. 5 million tons in 2024. At the same time, supplies from Saudi Arabia fell by 9%, and total oil imports to China decreased by 1.9%.
Trump plans to remove Maduro: what the new US administration is preparing for Venezuela
US President-elect Trump's team declares its intention to change the regime in Venezuela. Advisors compare Maduro's possible removal to the recent overthrow of Assad and consider non-military methods of influence.
Armed clashes in Colombia: at least 39 people killed on the border with Venezuela
At least 39 people were killed in the border region of Norte de Santander due to conflicts between illegal armed groups. The struggle for control over the drug trade has led to the suspension of peace talks with the ELN.
Brazil can become an important mediator in the return of children deported by Russia - Yermak
Andriy Yermak called on Brazil to join the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children. The coalition currently includes 41 countries, and Brazil can become an important partner in restoring a just peace.
Maduro's "inauguration" is a fiction: Ukraine supported the EU's position
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has joined the EU's position on non-recognition of the third "inauguration" of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. Against the backdrop of mass protests, Maduro has begun a new presidential term until 2031.
Venezuela unexpectedly closes border with Brazil after Maduro's inauguration
Venezuela has temporarily closed its common border with Brazil after Nicolas Maduro took office for a third presidential term. The closure will last until next Monday, and the reasons for the decision have not been officially commented on.
US, EU impose sanctions on Venezuela and offer reward for Maduro's arrest
The US and EU impose new sanctions on eight Venezuelan officials over the Maduro regime's repression. The US State Department increased the reward to $25 million for information leading to the arrest of the Venezuelan president.
The third consecutive inauguration of President Maduro took place in Venezuela amid protests
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro began his third presidential term until 2031 amid mass protests. The inauguration took place under tight security, and Western countries imposed new sanctions on Venezuelan officials.
EU Council extends and expands sanctions against Venezuela
The EU Council added 15 new individuals to the Venezuelan sanctions list and extended the restrictions until 2026. In total, 69 people are sanctioned, with assets frozen and banned from entering the EU.
Russia's shadow fleet: Sanctions circumvention, environmental threats and war financing
Russia uses more than 1,000 vessels to circumvent sanctions, which is 17% of the world's oil tanker fleet. The shadow fleet has brought Russia more profit than Ukraine has received in international aid since the beginning of the war.
Foreign Ministry reacts to Maduro's statements on detention of “mercenaries from Ukraine” in Venezuela
The Venezuelan authorities have no information about the Ukrainian citizenship of the detainees claimed by Maduro. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is checking the information through diplomatic channels and partner ambassadors.
China's largest ports join sanctions against Russia's “shadow fleet”
Shandong Port Group has banned tankers under US sanctions from entering its ports in Shandong province. This could affect oil imports from Russia, Venezuela and Iran, which account for 17% of China's total oil imports.
Maduro announces detention of foreigners, including Ukrainians
The Venezuelan president announced the detention of seven “mercenaries” - two Americans and five people from Ukraine and Colombia. Maduro did not provide evidence of the accusations, saying only that they were “high-caliber” specialists.
Venezuela breaks off diplomatic relations with Paraguay over support for opposition
Venezuela breaks off diplomatic relations with Paraguay and recalls its diplomats. The decision was made after Paraguayan President Santiago Peña's statement of support for the Venezuelan opposition.
Venezuela's opposition prepares large-scale protests ahead of Maduro's inauguration
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado called on Venezuelans to protest on January 9 against Maduro's inauguration. The action will be a response to the disputed results of the presidential election held on July 28.
Venezuela offers from 500 to 100 thousand US dollars for the detention of oppositionist Gonzalez
Maduro's government has announced a reward for information on the whereabouts of opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez. The opposition leader plans to return to Venezuela on January 10 to take over as president from Maduro.
Venezuelan police announce $100,000 reward for opposition leader Gonzalez
The Venezuelan authorities have announced a reward for information on the whereabouts of Edmundo Gonzalez, who insists on winning the election. The opposition leader is in Spain and promises to return to take the presidential oath.
Two Venezuelans detained for murder of migration officer on Mexican border
Two Venezuelan citizens were detained in Mexico on suspicion of murdering a migration officer. The body of the deceased showed head injuries and other signs of violence.
European Parliament awards Sakharov Prize to Venezuelan opposition leaders
Edmundo González and María Corina Machado received the Sakharov Prize 2024 for their struggle for democracy in Venezuela. González accepted the award in person, while Machado spoke via video link.
Trump appoints a new presidential envoy for special missions: who is he and what will he do
Richard Grenell, former US ambassador to Germany, has been appointed Trump's special presidential envoy. He will deal with international challenges in crisis regions, including Venezuela and North Korea.
Another large-scale power outage in Cuba due to an accident, millions of consumers left without electricity
Cuba's main power plant in Matanzas province has failed, leaving millions of consumers without power. Authorities suspended classes and work, promising to restore power by Thursday.
Armed security forces surrounded the Argentine Embassy in Caracas: what is happening there
Hooded Venezuelan security forces blocked the Argentine embassy, where 6 oppositionists are hiding. Drones are flying over the building, and telephone communication is interrupted.
Maduro's government launches new investigation against Venezuelan opposition leader: prosecutors talk about “treason”
Nicolas Maduro's government has launched an investigation against Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.
Idiots: a scandal erupts between France and Haiti over Macron
The French president criticized Haiti's decision to dismiss the prime minister and blamed local authorities. Haiti summoned the French ambassador to protest Macron's unfriendly remarks.
Venezuela frees hundreds of protesters after disputed Maduro election
Venezuelan authorities released 225 people arrested during protests against Maduro's re-election. Human rights organizations confirmed the release of 107 political prisoners.
Venezuela and russia sign new agreements: what is known about secret cooperation
New agreements on cooperation in intelligence and energy were signed during the visit of the Russian Deputy Prime Minister to Caracas. Venezuela remains one of the few allies of russia and supports its position in the war against Ukraine.
A powerful explosion occurs at an oil refinery in Turkey
An explosion occurred at the TÜPRAŞ plant in Izmit during a routine training exercise, shattering windows in neighboring houses. The fire that broke out after the explosion was quickly brought under control, and no one was injured.
Venezuelan opposition leaders receive Sakharov Prize
María Corina Machado and Edmundo González Urrutia have been awarded the Sakharov Prize in 2024. The award was given for their struggle to restore democracy in Venezuela.
Ecuador proposes a constitutional reform that would allow foreign military bases to be deployed in the country
Ecuador's president has initiated a constitutional reform to allow foreign military bases. The change would lift the 2008 ban and could pave the way for the return of the US base in Manta.
New arrests in Venezuela on suspicion of destabilization: the number of detainees has reached almost 20
Venezuelan authorities arrested 19 people, including 7 Americans, on suspicion of plotting to destabilize the country. The Minister of the Interior accuses the CIA, DEA and CNI of Spain of coordinating the plot without providing evidence.