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Venezuela's Gas Shipment to US Marks Historic Milestone

2/2/2026

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Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez announced the first shipment of liquefied petroleum gas departed for the U.S. on January 23, 2026.
The vessel Chrysopigi Lady is expected to arrive in Providence, Rhode Island.
Rodriguez said the milestone followed the operation that captured former President Nicolas Maduro.
At a ceremony, Rodriguez honored those killed in the January 3 operation, which left about 100 dead, including 32 Cuban security officials.

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Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez announced the first shipment of liquefied petroleum gas departed for the U.S. on January 23, 2026.
The vessel Chrysopigi Lady is expected to arrive in Providence, Rhode Island.
Rodriguez said the milestone followed the operation that captured former President Nicolas Maduro.
At a ceremony, Rodriguez honored those killed in the January 3 operation, which left about 100 dead, including 32 Cuban security officials.