Venezuela Says 100 Died in US Military Operation

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

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Venezuela’s Interior Minister has said that around 100 people were killed during a recent US military operation on Venezuelan territory. This is the first official casualty figure released by the Venezuelan government since the operation took place earlier this month. The minister said the

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India Voices Concern Over Venezuela Crisis

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

India has expressed deep concern over the unfolding situation in Venezuela following recent United States military action in the South American country. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said New Delhi’s primary focus is on the safety and well-being of the Venezuelan people as tensions continue to mount. India’s Statement on Civilians Speaking at an international

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US Raid in Venezuela Leaves Dozens Dead

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

A US-led military operation in Venezuela aimed at capturing President Nicolás Maduro has resulted in a significant number of deaths, according to multiple official figures. The raid, which took place in Caracas, ended with the capture of Maduro and led to clashes between US forces and Venezuelan and allied personnel. Casualties Reported Venezuelan and Cuban […]

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US to Receive Venezuelan Oil at Market Price

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

United States President Donald Trump has announced that the US will receive between 30 million and 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela, with the crude to be sold at prevailing market prices. The statement was made as part of a broader address outlining Washington’s position on Venezuela’s sanctioned energy assets. Oil Transfer and Sale […]

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Trump Says Venezuela Elections Will Not Be Held Soon

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will not hold national elections in the near future, stating that the country needs time to stabilise following recent political upheaval. Speaking to reporters, Trump said elections cannot be conducted “right away” and that Venezuela must first be brought back to basic administrative and economic functioning. Comments Follow

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China Rejects US “World Judge” Role After Maduro Capture

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

China has strongly criticised the United States after Washington’s forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to the United States to face legal charges. Chinese officials said no country should act as the “world’s judge” or impose its will on other nations, calling such unilateral actions a violation of national sovereignty and international […]

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Colombia Deploys Forces to Venezuela Border

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

President Gustavo Petro announced that Colombian security forces have been deployed to the country’s border with Venezuela amid rising tensions following a recent U.S. military strike inside Venezuelan territory. Petro described the U.S. action as a serious escalation in the region and said Colombia must be prepared to protect its sovereignty and border communities. Border

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US Will Not Govern Venezuela, Rubio Says

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

The United States does not intend to govern Venezuela directly but will continue to apply pressure to push for political and economic changes, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. His remarks were aimed at addressing speculation about Washington’s role in Venezuela amid rising tensions and renewed debate over U.S. actions targeting the country’s oil […]

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Trump Pressures Venezuelan Leadership After Maduro Seizure

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

The United States has stepped up pressure on Venezuela’s leadership after President Nicolás Maduro was taken into U.S. custody, with President Donald Trump openly warning of further action if Washington’s demands are not met. Trump said the United States expects cooperation from those now running the country and indicated that military force remains an option […]

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US-Controlled Venezuelan Oil: Opportunity or Trap for India?

By BPN News Desk January 4, 2026

The renewed global focus on Venezuelan oil is not accidental. It follows the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, open statements by US President Donald Trump about the United States “running Venezuela,” and his blunt remark that countries buying Russian oil may soon be buying “Venezuelan American oil.” Together, these events signal a deliberate US strategy […]