Overall Highlights

• U.S. is considering easing sanctions on Venezuela’s oil industry following the capture of Maduro, indicating a potential shift in diplomatic relations.
• Venezuelan officials claim that the U.S. has begun unfreezing sanctioned funds, which could help alleviate the country’s economic crisis.
• Marco Rubio warns that the U.S. may use force if Venezuelan officials do not cooperate, highlighting tensions between the two countries.
• Colombian President Gustavo Petro calls for the return of Maduro to Venezuela for trial, reflecting regional political dynamics.
• There are conflicting reports regarding the extent of U.S. sanctions relief and its implications for Venezuela’s economy.

Venezuelan Perspective (Venezuelan Sources)

• Colombian President Petro requests Trump to return Maduro to Venezuela for trial, emphasizing a desire for local justice.
• Delcy Rodríguez announces that the U.S. has started unblocking Venezuelan funds frozen due to sanctions, which could aid in purchasing medical supplies.
• Venezuela is recovering blocked assets to buy medical equipment, indicating a focus on humanitarian needs amid economic challenges.
• Reports suggest that the U.S. is preparing to ease oil sanctions, which could significantly impact Venezuela’s economy and oil sector.

United States Perspective (United States Sources)

• The U.S. is reportedly set to issue a general license lifting some sanctions on the Venezuelan oil industry, indicating a major policy shift.
• U.S. officials warn that military action may be considered if Venezuelan officials do not comply with demands, reflecting ongoing tensions.
• The U.S. is evaluating the restoration of diplomatic relations with Venezuela, including the reopening of its embassy, following Maduro’s capture.
• Reports indicate that the U.S. is unfreezing sanctioned funds, which could have significant implications for Venezuela’s economic recovery.

Sources

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

1. [es-VE] Petro pide a Trump devolver a Maduro para que sea juzgado en Venezuela - MILENIO (1/28/2026)
2. [es-VE] Marco Rubio Advierte que Se Usará la Fuerza si Delcy Rodríguez no Coopera con Estados Unidos - N+ (1/28/2026)
3. [es-VE] Reuters: EE.UU. se prepara para aliviar sanciones petroleras impuestas a Venezuela - Globovisión (1/28/2026)
4. [es-VE] Marco Rubio advierte con usar la fuerza en Venezuela si Delcy Rodríguez no coopera con Estados Unidos: ‘Conoce muy bien el destino de Maduro’ - ELTIEMPO.COM (1/28/2026)
5. [es-VE] Estados Unidos refuerza su presencia en Venezuela tras captura de Maduro - eldiario.ec (1/28/2026)
6. [es-VE] Estados Unidos evalúa restablecer relaciones con Venezuela y reabrir su embajada - CiberCuba (1/28/2026)
7. [es-VE] Delcy Rodríguez revela que Estados Unidos comenzó a desbloquear fondos de Venezuela congelados por sanciones - Univision (1/28/2026)
8. [es-VE] Avanza el regreso de la presencia diplomática de Estados Unidos en Venezuela tras la caída de Maduro - Infobae (1/28/2026)
9. [es-VE] Dos familias de Trinidad y Tobago demandan a Estados Unidos por las muertes de sus familiares en ataques a narcolanchas - EL PAÍS (1/28/2026)
10. [es-VE] Venezuela recupera activos bloqueados en Estados Unidos para comprar equipos médicos, según la encargada del régimen Delcy Rodríguez - ELTIEMPO.COM (1/28/2026)
11. [en-US] The Maduro Operation: Five Insights On Power And International Relations – Analysis - eurasiareview.com (1/28/2026)
12. [en-US] Venezuela’s acting president says US unfreezing sanctioned funds - Digital Journal (1/28/2026)
13. [en-US] U.S. Moves to Ease Venezuela Energy Sanctions With Broad License Shift - Sri Lanka Guardian (1/28/2026)
14. [en-US] Venezuela’s Acting President says US unfreezing sanctioned funds - The Straits Times (1/28/2026)
15. [en-US] Families of 2 Trinidadian nationals killed in strikes sue Trump administration - ABC News (1/28/2026)
16. [en-US] Exclusive-US to issue general license lifting some sanctions on Venezuelan oil industry, sources say - MSN (1/28/2026)
17. [en-US] U.S. to Issue General License Soon Lifting Some Sanctions on Venezuelan Oil Industry, Sources Say - EnergyNow.com (1/27/2026)
18. [en-US] U.S. is set to ease oil sanctions on Venezuela after Maduro’s capture - miamiherald.com (1/27/2026)
19. [en-US] U.S. Sanctions Relief: Venezuela’s Oil Sector on the Verge of Major Transformation - Devdiscourse (1/27/2026)
20. [en-US] Exclusive: US to issue general license lifting some sanctions on Venezuelan oil industry, sources say - Reuters (1/27/2026)