US charges Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro over torture allegations
Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores face a new US charge over alleged torture.

Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores face a new US charge over alleged torture.






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Seven years after warning against US regime change, Venezuela’s interim president thanked the man who delivered it.

Venezuela’s Interim President Delcy Rodriguez says her country must abandon the ‘extremism’ of the past.
Rodriguez says Venezuela is transitioning to full democracy and has opened dialogue with opposition sectors.
US-led Shield of the Americas coalition backs sanctions against crime groups after Trump urges stronger action.

Venezuelans protested in New York against interim President Delcy Rodriguez’s participation in the UN General Assembly.
Washington justifies the attacks as necessary to halt the flow of lethal drugs into the US.

The UN General Assembly has delivered no shortage of unforgettable moments. Here’s a look back at some of them.
A Venezuelan rescue dog has been honoured with a statue for his search-and-rescue work after earthquakes in June.
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet ends her bid to be the first woman to lead the United Nations.
Beijing is drawing on vast reserves and seeking alternative crude as shipping disruption continues.