July, 2025 - Guacamaya

What are the implications of escalating tensions in the Red Sea for Venezuela?

Luis Alejandro Ruiz2 weeks ago2 weeks ago07 mins

The crisis in the Red Sea has taken a new turn. Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced the expansion of their naval blockade against Israel, declaring that they will attack any vessel with commercial ties to Israeli ports, regardless of its flag or destination. This decision, made after the breakdown of peace talks in Doha, increases the risk to maritime traffic along a route that handles approximately one trillion dollars in goods annually.

Over 9,000 Families Affected and 1,600 Displaced in Guárico After Overflow of Apure and Portuguesa Rivers

Sleither Fernández2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Esteros de Camaguán Municipality in Guárico is the area with the highest concentration of those affected, with over 70% of…

Trinidad and Tobago Breaks Ties with Venezuelan Gas and Looks to Guyana, Suriname, and Grenada for Its Energy Future

Luis Alejandro Ruiz2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, confirmed the definitive termination of the agreement with Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) to import natural gas from the Dragon and Cocuina-Manakin fields. Her administration has opted for a strategic shift, prioritizing energy cooperation with Guyana, Suriname, and Grenada.

Italy Appoints Special Envoy to Handle Cases of Citizens Detained in Venezuela

Luis Alejandro Ruiz3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

The measure, announced this Sunday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, comes in response to Rome’s concerns over several unresolved cases. Luigi Vignali, current Director-General for Italians Abroad, will take on the mission after being appointed by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

Municipal Elections 2025: CNE Reports 6.2 Million Voters and PSUV Victory in at Least 257 Mayorships

Sleither Fernández3 weeks ago3 weeks ago011 mins

Despite visible abstention, the voting hours were extended until 8:00 PM by order of the National Electoral Council (CNE). Photo:…

Cartel de Los Soles Designated as Terrorist Group With Omission of New Responsible Individuals

Sleither Fernández3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

The Department of the Treasury did not name any new specific individuals on the list of sanctioned persons beyond the…

Sanctions: The Undeclared War That Kills as Much — or More — Than Bombs: A Youth Reflection on the New Study Published in The Lancet

Luis Alejandro Ruiz3 weeks ago3 weeks ago023 mins

A recent study in The Lancet Global Health offers a disturbing response. Based on data from 152 countries over five decades, the research finds that unilateral economic sanctions—especially those imposed by the United States—are associated with more than 560,000 deaths per year. The majority of these deaths occur among the most vulnerable: children under five and older adults.

Minister Jorge Márquez: Venezuela to Reactivate Electricity Supply to Colombia and Brazil

Elias Ferrer3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Venezuela’s Minister of Electric Energy, Jorge Márquez, announced on Wednesday that agreements have been established to reactivate electricity supply to Colombia and Brazil.

Repsol Maintains Its Commitment to Venezuela Despite Sanctions and Seeks Agreement with U.S. to Monetize Its Production

Luis Alejandro Ruiz3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Repsol remains “hopeful of finding some kind of framework” to “monetize” its production in Venezuela amid ongoing discussions with the U.S. government under Donald Trump, as stated by the group’s CEO, Josu Jon Imaz, during the presentation of its first-half earnings.

WSJ: Trump Administration Allows Chevron to Continue Oil Production in Venezuela

Elias Ferrer3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

The administration of President Donald Trump has issued a license allowing Chevron to produce oil in Venezuela despite existing sanctions, according to sources consulted by The Wall Street Journal.