U.S.-Venezuela Relations Archives

SOUTHCOM Commander denies U.S. control of Maiquetía airport

July 8, 2026July 8, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.— Francis L. Donovan, commander of the United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), denied on Tuesday that U.S. forces have taken control of Simón Bolívar International Airport in La Guaira state. Speaking during a virtual press conference, the senior military officer emphasized that the U.S. contingent has one mission: to help channel humanitarian assistance […]

Donald Trump says Venezuela must rebuild its oil industry before holding elections

July 8, 2026July 8, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.— U.S. President Donald Trump said Venezuela will eventually hold elections, but not in the immediate future because the country’s infrastructure has suffered extensive damage and much of the nation remains in ruins. During an interview with Fox News, Trump said his administration must first lead a national reconstruction effort before Venezuela can […]