Abelardo vs. Cepeda: A Divided Colombia and Implications for Venezuela
The first round of the presidential election in Colombia has left a country divided into two ideological blocs.
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The key takeaways from Trump’s visit to China: the Iran war, Taiwan, and the tech competition
The visit of the U.S. president to Beijing highlights the deep interdependence between China and the United States, but also the structural tensions shaping their relationship. While both powers seek to avoid an open rupture, disputes over technological leadership, the future of Taiwan, and the impact of the crisis in the Middle East continue to fuel the risk of a new global escalation.
The race for the UN Secretary-General enters a decisive phase with four profiles: What are the implications for Venezuela of each candidacy?
The succession of António Guterres as Secretary-General of the United Nations has formally begun with public hearings of the candidates before the General Assembly. In an ongoing process heavily conditioned by the Security Council, four figures with very different trajectories —Michelle Bachelet, Rafael Grossi, Rebeca Grynspan, and Macky Sall— present their visions for the future of multilateralism in a context of growing geopolitical fragmentation and regional tensions, including the new political situation in Venezuela following the events of January 3.
Escalation in the Persian Gulf reshapes the energy map: A window of opportunity for Venezuelan crude?
The recent escalation of tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran threatens not only the geopolitical stability of the Middle East but also global energy markets. While oil prices have surged and maritime insurers have restricted war-risk coverage in the Persian Gulf, experts warn about the fragility of the Iranian regime and the possible scenarios following the departure of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. In this context, Venezuela emerges as a strategic actor capable of influencing global crude supply, in the event of prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States and Israel Attack Iran, Response Hits Bases Across the Region
Since the early hours of Saturday, the armed forces of the United States and Israel bombed several targets inside Iran, which has already responded with bombings on military bases of the former in the region.
Davos 2026: the world gathers in January to talk when calm no longer exists
The World Economic Forum returns to Davos from January 19 to 23, 2026, for its 56th edition, in an international context described by the organizers themselves as one of “maximum tension.” Chosen decades ago as the quietest month in the political calendar, January no longer offers respite: latent wars, open strategic rivalries, and a fragmented global economy turn Davos into a setting where dialogue is urgent, but also deeply uncomfortable.
The Senate defies Trump and seeks to curb new U.S. military action after Maduro’s capture
A narrow bipartisan vote in the upper chamber has reopened the debate over who decides matters of war in the United States, following the surprise military operation in Venezuela and amid growing concerns about the president’s foreign ambitions.
OAS debates Venezuelan crisis after U.S. operation: Latin America split between condemning the intervention and rejecting chavismo
The Organization of American States (OAS) held an extraordinary session, convened at Colombia’s request, to address the Venezuelan crisis following the U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. The development has triggered a deep regional divide between those who condemn the intervention as a violation of sovereignty and those who, while opposing the use of force, insist on the illegitimacy of the authorities in Caracas.
What happened at the UN Security Council during the emergency debate on the United States’ military intervention in Venezuela?
The United Nations Security Council met this Monday in an emergency session requested by Venezuela following the bombing of Caracas by the United States and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The meeting, which began at 10:00 a.m. New York time, was marked by sharp divisions among member states, with widespread condemnations of the use of force and calls for the release of the Venezuelan leader, alongside explicit support for the U.S. operation on the grounds of combating narco-terrorism and restoring democracy.
The European Union extends individual sanctions related to Venezuela for one year
The European Union has decided to extend the existing restrictive measures against Venezuela for another year, until January 10, 2027. The EU considers that actions undermining democracy and the rule of law persist, along with human rights violations and repressive practices against civil society and the political opposition. The Council’s decision is also adopted in light of events related to the presidential elections of July 28, 2024, and their subsequent development.