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Rubio Pledges Full U.S. Support for Venezuela’s Transition

By Drooid · Oct 10, 2026, 3:08 AM UTC · How we work

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Rubio Pledges Venezuela Support

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged full U.S. support for Venezuela’s democratic transition.
Rubio announced the third reconciliation round will start on Oct. 14, 2026, urging opposition factions to join.
The talks have already secured release of more than 1,200 political prisoners and restored over 70 blocked internet domains.
Progress includes steps toward an independent Supreme Court of Justice, as Rubio says elections alone are insufficient.

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Rubio Defends Lajes

Rep. Marco Rubio said Greece will meet its 5% GDP defense goal and join U.S. State Guard partnership Florida.
Greece and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding to expand intelligence sharing between their law-enforcement agencies.
Portugal’s attorney general opened a probe into the legality of U.S. operations from Lajes Air Base targeting Iran.
Rubio defended Lajes Base use, saying it respects Portuguese sovereignty and follows established NATO protocols.

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Rubio Pledges Venezuela Support

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged full U.S. support for Venezuela’s democratic transition.
Rubio announced the third reconciliation round will start on Oct. 14, 2026, urging opposition factions to join.
The talks have already secured release of more than 1,200 political prisoners and restored over 70 blocked internet domains.
Progress includes steps toward an independent Supreme Court of Justice, as Rubio says elections alone are insufficient.

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