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Venezuelan Physicist Ismardo Bonalde Wins the 2026 “Bernard Coqblin” International Prize

May 28, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal .- Dr. Ismardo Bonalde has been awarded the prestigious 2026 “Bernard Coqblin” International Physics Prize , according to the Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC) . The Venezuelan physicist was recognized for “his exceptional contributions in the field of Strongly Correlated Electron Systems (SCES).” The award honors the memory of renowned French physicist […]

Former Military Officers in the “Paratroopers Case” Released

May 27, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- Late on the night of Monday, May 26, the human rights organization Foro Penal confirmed the release of eight former military officers considered political prisoners, including former National Guard Brigadier General Ramón Antonio Lozada Saavedra and seven former Army sergeants involved in the so-called “Paratroopers Case.” The servicemen regained their full freedom […]

“Where Are the Feminists?” Perspectives on Venezuelan Activism

May 26, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- Recently, the self-managed platform Encuentros Feministas celebrated its anniversary edition by addressing a question that often bursts into public opinion whenever a major event shakes the country: “Where are the feminists?” To answer it, the organizers invited four prominent voices from local activism, opening a space for reflection on the many ways […]

Francisco Rodríguez Denounces Alleged Diversion of Funds by Former Citgo Executives Linked to Guaidó

May 25, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- Economist Francisco Rodríguez has denounced an alleged diversion of funds from Citgo’s Simón Bolívar Foundation, which is linked to the political structure formerly headed by Juan Guaidó and to the ad hoc management of PDVSA appointed during that period. Through a post published on his X account, Rodríguez described as “extremely troubling” […]

John Barrett Oversees Distribution of U.S. Medical Supplies in Caracas Hospitals

May 22, 2026May 30, 2026NerlayLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- The United States Chargé d’Affaires in Venezuela, John Barrett, carried out an inspection visit this Monday to Caracas’ Domingo Luciani and Pérez Carreño hospitals to assess the impact of U.S. humanitarian assistance. Through a statement published on his official X account, the American diplomat reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to Venezuela’s stabilization and recovery […]

Teenager Samanta Hernández Released After Six Months of Arbitrary Detention

May 19, 2026May 30, 2026NerlayLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- The Committee for the Freedom of Political Prisoners (Clippve) confirmed the release of teenager Samanta Sofia Hernández Castillo on the night of Monday, May 18. Through its social media accounts, the organization stated that the young woman “is now with her family after being released from an unjust prison sentence imposed for […]

U.S. Prosecutors Charge Alex Saab in Alleged International Money Laundering Scheme Involving Hundreds of Millions of Dollars

May 18, 2026May 30, 2026NerlayLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- Venezuela’s former Minister of Industries, Alex Saab, appeared this Monday before a federal court in the Southern District of Florida after a new formal indictment against him was unsealed and following his deportation from Caracas last Saturday. U.S. authorities have charged him with conspiracy to launder monetary instruments, linked to the alleged […]

Marco Rubio: “Venezuela Will Have to Reach a Transition Stage with a Legitimate Government”

May 14, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined on Friday the roadmap the U.S. administration envisions for Venezuela’s near future. After four months of management focused on economic stabilization and the protection of assets, the head of American diplomacy emphasized that the country’s definitive normalization depends on a process of institutional political change. […]

PROVEA Documented an Increase in Forced Disappearances in Venezuela During 2025

May 14, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- Human rights organization PROVEA warned about the consolidation of a pattern of selective repression, militarization of internal security, and criminalization of political dissent in the country. The non-governmental organization presented its annual report titled Human Rights Situation in Venezuela this Thursday at the Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences of the Central […]

IMF Clarifies It Is Not Participating in Venezuela’s Debt Plan, Though It Maintains Contacts with Caracas Featured

May 14, 2026May 30, 2026Samuel YepezLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reported this Thursday that, for the moment, it remains on the sidelines of the debt restructuring strategy announced by the Venezuelan government. According to a report by the EFE news agency, the multilateral organization has not participated in the design of the economic framework or the debt […]