The authoritarian socialist claimed victory in Venezuela’s 2024 presidential election despite ballot audits that showed he lost .

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced approval of a new law aimed at guaranteeing freedom of navigation and international trade.

Oil prices climbed on Friday after the U.S. ordered increased economic pressure on Venezuelan oil shipments and carried out airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of Nigeria's government.

Joe Rogan has turned from a strong supporter of President Donald Trump to an increasingly vocal critic of his policies.

Venezuela's parliament on Tuesday approved a measure that would criminalize a broad range of activities that can hinder navigation and commerce in the South American country, such as the seizure of oil tankers.

Authorities in Venezuela have released at least 60 people arrested during protests against President Nicolas Maduro’s re-election, according to a human rights advocacy group, though campaigners say hundreds remain behind bars.