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US Embassy in Caracas Raises Flag After Maduro's Capture

3/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

The United States Embassy in Caracas raised the American flag on March 14, 2026, signaling a shift in relations after seven years.
The event followed a United States military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro in January 2026.
The embassy remains under renovation, with no date set for full operations.
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez is engaging with the United States to foster economic cooperation.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 Venezuelan presidential crisis began when Juan Guaidó declared himself interim president, challenging Nicolás Maduro's controversial re-election. The U.S. recognized Guaidó, imposing sanctions that froze over $30 billion in Venezuelan assets. Following Maduro's capture in January 2026, the recent raising of the American flag in Caracas signals a potential shift towards economic cooperation under Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, marking a significant change in U.S.-Venezuela relations.

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Story summary

The United States Embassy in Caracas raised the American flag on March 14, 2026, signaling a shift in relations after seven years.
The event followed a United States military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro in January 2026.
The embassy remains under renovation, with no date set for full operations.
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez is engaging with the United States to foster economic cooperation.

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