US President Warns Venezuelan Interim Leader Over Cooperation
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Washington, President Donald Trump warned Jan. 4 that Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, will face a 'very big price' if she does not cooperate with U.S. demands after U.S. forces seized former president Nicolas Maduro in Caracas. Trump defended the operation and said the administration may intervene in countries to secure U.S. interests, citing Greenland. U.S. officials said they would work with parts of Venezuela's government if Washington's objectives, including access to Venezuelan oil reserves, are met. Rodriguez confirmed as interim leader and pledged to defend national resources. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research and publicly available records.
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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 9 original reports from The Straits Times, Stabroek News, Brisbane Times, The Times of Israel, Deccan Chronicle, Manila Standard, WSBT, Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) and thesun.my.
Timeline of Events
- Jan 3, 2026 — U.S. forces attacked Caracas and captured former president Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
- Jan 3–4, 2026 — U.S. officials charged Maduro with narcotrafficking and transported him to New York to face federal charges.
- Jan 4, 2026 — President Trump told The Atlantic that interim leader Delcy Rodriguez would 'pay a very big price' if she did not cooperate.
- Jan 4, 2026 — Venezuela's Supreme Court and military confirmed Rodriguez as interim president; she vowed to defend national resources.
- Jan 5, 2026 — Regional and international outlets published coverage and officials raised questions about legality, governance, and next steps.
- Articles Published:
- 10
- Right Leaning:
- 1
- Left Leaning:
- 0
- Neutral:
- 9
- Distribution:
- Left 0%, Center 90%, Right 10%
U.S.-aligned energy companies and investors stand to benefit from potential increased access to Venezuela's oil reserves if the interim government complies with Washington's conditions.
Venezuelan civilians, democratic institutions, and regional stability suffered immediate harm from the military operation, arrests, and heightened geopolitical tensions.
After reading and researching latest news.... U.S. forces captured Nicolas Maduro on Jan. 3; Trump warned interim President Delcy Rodriguez to cooperate or face harsher measures. The administration seeks access to Venezuela's oil and to work with parts of its government. Legal and regional stability implications will shape diplomatic responses.
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US President Warns Venezuelan Interim Leader Over Cooperation
The Straits Times Stabroek News Brisbane Times The Times of Israel Deccan Chronicle Manila Standard Manila Standard WSBT Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)
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