Overall Highlights

• Nicolás Maduro’s political situation remains contentious, with ongoing debates about his leadership and legitimacy.
• Venezuela’s government emphasizes the need for national sovereignty and resistance against U.S. interventions.
• The U.S. is focused on diplomatic resolutions while maintaining military readiness regarding Venezuela’s political developments.
• Tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela continue to influence regional geopolitics, particularly concerning energy strategies.
• Accusations of betrayal within Maduro’s inner circle highlight instability in his administration.

Venezuelan Perspective (Venezuelan Sources)

• Nicolás Maduro’s son insists that Venezuela must not forget the U.S. attack on January 3, emphasizing a narrative of victimization.
• The interim president of Venezuela is advancing oil business negotiations with the U.S., which is seen as a way to strengthen U.S. influence in the country.
• Venezuelans are calling for the return of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, reflecting a desire for stability and continuity in leadership.
• Delcy Rodríguez, a prominent Venezuelan official, denounces U.S. interference in Venezuelan politics, calling for an end to Washington’s influence.

United States Perspective (United States Sources)

• The U.S. acting president expresses hope that differences with Venezuela can be resolved through diplomacy, indicating a potential shift in approach.
• Reports highlight the U.S. military’s capability to neutralize Maduro’s weapons, showcasing ongoing military readiness.
• U.S. media discusses the implications of Venezuela’s political crisis on global energy markets, particularly in relation to India’s energy strategy.
• There are concerns about the limits of Trump’s ‘money diplomacy’ with Venezuela, suggesting that financial strategies may not yield desired outcomes.

Sources

This summary is based on 20 articles from the following sources:

1. [es-VE] Nicolás Maduro: Futbolistas españoles recrean detención del expresidente de Venezuela por temática de cumpleaños - El Universal (1/26/2026)
2. [es-VE] Hijo de Nicolás Maduro dice que Venezuela no puede olvidar el ataque de EE. UU. del 3 de enero - El Universo (1/26/2026)
3. [es-VE] Hijo de Maduro dice que Venezuela no puede olvidar el ataque de EE.UU. del 3 de enero - ABC (1/26/2026)
4. [es-VE] Presidenta interina de Venezuela avanza en negocios petroleros con Estados Unidos que expanden poder de Trump en el país - El Universo (1/26/2026)
5. [es-VE] Venezuela pide por retorno de Nicolás Maduro y su esposa Cilia Flores - EL UNIVERSAL (1/25/2026)
6. [es-VE] Hoy a las 6:00: Venezuela eleva una oración por la paz, la soberanía y el regreso de Maduro y Cilia - La iguana TV (1/25/2026)
7. [es-VE] Rusia afirmó que el ex dictador Maduro fue traicionado por su entorno: “Conocemos los nombres” - Infobae (1/25/2026)
8. [es-VE] Nicolás Maduro habría sido traicionado por su círculo cercano; embajador ruso rompió el silencio y dio nombres - elpais.com.co (1/25/2026)
9. [es-VE] Arma usada para capturar a Maduro deshabilitó equipamiento de Venezuela - el-carabobeno.com (1/25/2026)
10. [es-VE] Delcy Rodríguez: “Basta de las órdenes de Washington sobre políticos en Venezuela” - El Nuevo Día (1/25/2026)
11. [en-US] Venezuela’s acting president says differences with US will be resolved through diplomacy - chinadailyasia.com (1/26/2026)
12. [en-US] Venezuela’s Acting President Says Differences With US Will Be Resolved Through Diplomacy - ommcomnews.com (1/26/2026)
13. [en-US] From Crisis to Awakening? Venezuela’s Post-Leadership Change Situation - Modern Diplomacy (1/25/2026)
14. [en-US] U.S. Military’s ‘Discombobulator’ Neutralizes Maduro’s Weapons - 조선일보 (1/25/2026)
15. [en-US] Trump’s money diplomacy has its limits - jpost.com (1/25/2026)
16. [en-US] Cuban official accuses US of ‘piracy’ against sanctioned Caribbean island - Al Jazeera (1/25/2026)
17. [en-US] Venezuela and the Petrodollar Question: What Currency Power reveals about Today’s Geopolitics - Modern Diplomacy (1/25/2026)
18. [en-US] US carries out first strike on alleged drug boat in 2026 - Task & Purpose (1/24/2026)
19. [en-US] ‘Remote coercion’: What has US approach been since abduction of Maduro? - Al Jazeera (1/24/2026)
20. [en-US] US-Venezuela tensions add volatility to India’s energy and climate strategy - The American Bazaar (1/24/2026)