US to allow Venezuelan government to cover Maduro’s lawyer fees
Defence lawyers had asked for case to be thrown out, claiming Maduro’s rights were violated following US abduction.

Defence lawyers had asked for case to be thrown out, claiming Maduro’s rights were violated following US abduction.









At inaugural ‘Americas Counter Cartel Conference’, Trump officials vowed continued military operations against cartels.
President Maduro’s lawyer said his client’s right to legal counsel of choice has been denied by US government actions.
Venezuela’s National Assembly says thousands of people have regained freedom under a new amnesty law.
Attack on alleged drug smugglers brings death toll of US military campaign against suspected drug boats to about 150.
Venezuela’s government emphasises reconciliation and amnesty efforts amid persistent political and economic challenges.

The 21st-century wave of left-wing leaders triggered a US response, culminating in the 2026 capture of Nicolas Maduro.
More than 370 political prisoners have already been granted amnesty under the US-backed legislation.
Brazil’s President Lula says fate of Venezuelan president should be determined by the ‘people of Venezuela’.

The 1980s bring revolutionary wars, CIA-backed conflict and the violent birth of a new democratic era.
Trump did not give a timeline for trip, which would make him the first US president to visit the country since 1997.