US reopens embassy in Venezuela as diplomatic relations resume

The United States has formally reopened its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, as the two countries move to restore full diplomatic ties. This follows the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

President Donald Trump has publicly discussed the renewed relationship, suggesting Venezuela could become a US state and framing the diplomatic shift as a model for political change. Meanwhile, Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado has been lobbying for relevance as the situation develops.