📰 NEWS | Venezuela: Oil Output Contracts as Foreign Partners Lobby for License Extensions

OPEC reported Venezuela’s April oil production at 888,000 bpd (a 34,000 bpd drop from March) while exports fell 20%, largely due to canceled Chevron cargoes. The U.S. oil giant, alongside other firms, faces a May 27 deadline to exit Venezuela unless license extensions are granted.

Chevron has urged Washington to modify its sanctions waiver, warning that a withdrawal could strengthen China’s role in the country’s energy sector. Venezuela has begun rerouting shipments to China and reiterated its call for foreign investment.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://shorturl.at/BTdhJ

#PDVSA #Sanctions

📑🖊 OPINION | ‘Neoliberal and Authoritarian’? A Simplistic Analysis of the Maduro Government that Leaves Much Unsaid

Steve Ellner dissects Gabriel Hetland’s simplistic critique of Maduro's government, calling it a one-sided take that ignores key facts. Hetland downplays the brutal impact of U.S. sanctions, like the blocking of bond negotiations and the Petro’s swift blacklisting, and misrepresents the government’s relationship with grassroots power. Ellner points to the 'Year of the Communes' and Ángel Prado’s appointment as proof of ongoing support for popular democracy.

🔗 Read the full opinion piece here: https://venezuelanalysis.com/opinion/neoliberal-and-authoritarian-a-simplistic-analysis-of-the-maduro-government-that-leaves-much-unsaid

#Communes #NicolasMaduro #Sanctions

📰 NEWS | Venezuelan Government Denounces ‘Terrorist’ Plot to Sabotage May 25 Elections

Venezuelan authorities have detained 38 individuals—21 Venezuelans and 17 foreigners—accused of involvement in an alleged far-right conspiracy to sabotage the May 25 regional and legislative elections. Targets reportedly included embassies, hospitals, police stations, and public infrastructure.

According to Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello, the detainees included mercenaries and explosives experts who entered Venezuela via Colombia, posing as tourists. In response, flights from Colombia have been suspended until May 26 at 6:00 p.m.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://shorturl.at/UZMnJ

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025 #Terrorism

📰 NEWS | Venezuela: US Grants 60-Day Chevron Extension; Direct Talks Lead to US Soldier Release

The Trump administration granted Chevron a two-month extension to continue operations in Venezuela. The decision followed March’s revocation of General License 41. OFAC has not yet issued the updated license.

The move came after US envoy Richard Grenell held negotiations with Maduro government officials in Antigua. Talks resulted in the release of US Air Force veteran Joseph St. Clair, who had been detained since November 2024. He returned to the US on Tuesday with Grenell.

🔗 Follow the link to read the full report: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuela-us-grants-60-day-chevron-extension-direct-talks-lead-to-us-soldier-release/

#Chevron #Sanctions #USVenezuelaRelations

📘 GUIDE | Venezuela’s 2025 Legislative and Regional Elections: A Quick Guide

🗳️🇻🇪 Venezuelans head to the polls on Sunday, May 25, to elect a new National Assembly, governors in all 24 states, and members of regional legislative councils. This marks the 32nd electoral process under the Bolivarian Revolution.

Our quick guide breaks down the key elements of the vote, including the electoral process, major parties and candidates, and key races to watch.

👉 Read the full guide here: https://venezuelanalysis.com/analysis/venezuelas-2025-legislative-and-regional-elections-a-quick-guide/

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🗳️🇻🇪 This Sunday, Venezuelans return to the ballot box to choose new regional lawmakers and local officials.

Count on Venezuelanalysis for on-the-ground updates, context, and full election day coverage!

👉 In the meantime, check out our complete electoral guide here: https://shorturl.at/NylSl

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

📰 NEWS | Maduro Leads Massive Rally in Caracas as Venezuelan Electoral Campaigns Close

Venezuela concludes its legislative and regional election campaigns ahead of the May 25 vote. President Maduro led a mass rally in Caracas, calling the elections a stand for sovereignty.

Meanwhile, authorities announced the arrest of 38 people allegedly linked to far-right plots to disrupt the vote, including politician Juan Pablo Guanipa. Defense Minister Padrino López confirmed military deployment to protect the electoral process.

🔗 Follow the link to read the full report: https://shorturl.at/b5pgR

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025 #ManuelRosales #NicolasMaduro

📝 INTERVIEW | ‘We’re Building a New Way of Life’: A Conversation with National Assembly Candidate Albanys Montilla

Albanys Montilla, a 27-year-old PSUV candidate and lifelong communard, believes the National Assembly must create laws that empower Venezuela’s communes to manage resources directly, without intermediaries.

She speaks about growing up under imperialist aggression and how sanctions fractured Venezuelan families, especially hurting women and youth. But Montilla also emphasizes the commune’s role in rebuilding consciousness through collective work and direct democracy.

'The commune is not just a slogan, it’s a reality we’re constructing. The new parliament must pass laws that let communities manage resources themselves.'

🔗 Read the full interview here: https://shorturl.at/VKC47

#Communes #LegislativeRegionalElections2025 #NationalAssembly #Sanctions #Youth

📢 Venezuela heads to the polls today, May 25, to elect a new National Assembly, state governors, and regional legislative councils.

The United Socialist Party (PSUV) and its allies in the Great Patriotic Pole selected candidates through a hybrid process: grassroots assemblies across the country and leadership evaluations, according to PSUV candidate Oliver Rivas.

A total of 36 national parties, 10 regional ones, and 6 indigenous organizations are on the ballot.

🗳️ Follow Venezuelanalysis for rolling coverage throughout the day here: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuelas-2025-legislative-and-regional-elections-rolling-coverage/

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🗳️🇻🇪 ELECTIONS | Venezuela’s legislative and regional elections are underway. Electoral authorities report that 100% of voting station officials are present and 95% of polling booths were activated by 8:30 AM.

Nearly 16,000 polling stations have been set up across the country.

📡 Follow Venezuelanalysis’ rolling blog for live coverage throughout the day: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuelas-2025-legislative-and-regional-elections-rolling-coverage/

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🎥 Voting underway in Caracas’ El Valle neighborhood. VA’s Ricardo Vaz reports from the ground as turnout emerges as the key factor in today’s legislative and regional elections.

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🎥 VA’s Katrina Kozarek reports from Lara’s Communal Power Center, where voting began smoothly and locals await GPP candidate Luis Reyes Reyes.

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🎥 VA’s Andreína Chávez reports from the working-class barrio of Petare as Venezuelans vote for over 500 positions, including 285 National Assembly deputies. Chavismo runs united; opposition remains divided.

🎥 "Let’s not leave spaces for those who once used the National Assembly to ask for sanctions to generate suffering and migration."

ALBA-TCP Secretary General Jorge Arreaza from the Manuel Palacios Fajardo polling station in El Panal Commune. This is where Hugo Chávez voted.

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🎥 VA’s Cira Pascual Marquina reports from Caracas' El Panal Commune in the 23 de Enero neighborhood, where participation has been high and people are praising the efficient voting process.

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

🗳️🇻🇪 ELECTIONS | CNE Extends Voting by One Hour as Chavista “Operación Remate” Kicks Off

📰 NEWS | Venezuela: Pro-Government Alliance Wins Big in Legislative and Regional Elections

Venezuela’s May 25 elections delivered a sweeping victory for the pro-government Great Patriotic Pole, led by the PSUV. The alliance secured 82.7% of the National Assembly vote and 34 of 40 national list seats. On the regional level, the PSUV and allies won 23 of 24 governorships, flipping key states like Barinas and Zulia. Cojedes was the only governorship retained by opposition forces.

The reported turnout was just over 25% of registered voters. CNE President Elvis Amoroso stated that 42.7% of 'active voters' took part, though no specific definition of that category was provided.

🔗 Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/H0dAD

#LegislativeRegionalElections2025

📑🖊 OPINION | US Reinstates Funding to Propaganda Outlet: NED Weaponizes “Democracy” in Venezuela, Nicaragua and Cuba

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) resumed most of its operations in March 2025 after a brief funding freeze. The U.S.-funded body is now backing over 260 projects across Latin America and the Caribbean with more than $40 million.

In their latest opinion piece, John Perry and Roger D. Harris trace the funding streams and tactics behind U.S. interference, revealing how the NED operates behind the guise of civil society support. “The role of the NED in these countries is not to promote democracy, but to manipulate it in favor of Washington’s interests.”

🔗 Read the full opinion piece here: https://venezuelanalysis.com/opinion/us-reinstates-funding-to-propaganda-outlet-ned-weaponizes-democracy-in-venezuela-nicaragua-and-cuba

#USNationalEndowmentforDemocracy #USVenezuelaRelations #USAID

📰 NEWS | Venezuela Warns Against US Travel Over ‘Arbitrary Detention’ Risk Amid 350,000 Migrants Losing TPS

The Venezuelan government has issued a travel warning for the US, urging its citizens to consider leaving due to the risk of arbitrary detention and deportation. This comes after the US Supreme Court ended TPS protections for 350,000 Venezuelans.

In March, 252 Venezuelans were deported under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act and sent to El Salvador’s CECOT prison, many without a criminal record. Caracas is coordinating legal efforts for their release and has repatriated nearly 5,000 migrants since March.

🔗 Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/ieIi4

#Migration #TPS #UnitedStates

📰 NEWS | Chevron Receives Opaque Authorization to Conduct Limited Operations Inside Venezuela

Chevron has received a new specific license from the US Treasury to operate in Venezuela, though unlike previous ones, the license remains unpublished and details are unclear. Sources say Chevron is barred from oil extraction or exports and must transfer operational control to PDVSA.

In response, Venezuela is rerouting crude shipments originally allocated to Chevron toward China, selling through intermediaries to avoid US sanctions. Analysts expect a 15–30% drop in national oil output by late 2025.

🔗 Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/PBJq4

#Chevron #OFAC #Oil

🎥 VIDEO |  The ‘Secondary Tariff’ Imperialist Threat

Trump’s proposed secondary tariff targets countries trading with Venezuela, whether directly or not.
Critics call it arbitrary, unlawful, and imperialist. But could these aggressive moves be backfiring on the US?

Watch how trade policy becomes a geopolitical weapon, again.

#sanctions #USVenezuelaRelations