Social media is well known as a double-edged sword. For some, it serves as a platform for stardom, while for others, it’s a source of suffering. In the fight to expose the horrific corruption that… Twitter’s Ongoing Censorship: The Battle Against Corruption in Venezuela
Not all criminal gangs are alike, and understanding the differences in their origins, histories, and interests helps to grasp the complex dynamics of sovereignty that they exercise in the jungle confines of Venezuelan territory. The… The Underworld of Crime Cartels South of the Orinoco: Profiles, Powers, and Impact on Venezuela’s Amazon
The case of Cuba, and how decades of failed U.S. foreign policies never achieved the goal of overthrowing that dictatorship, should be essential reading not only for all diplomats at the State Department “in front… How Capitalism Could Revitalize Venezuela: Lessons from Failed U.S. Policies
The well-known eatery and restaurant Cine Cittá caught fire on the afternoon of January 31. Authorities reported six people were rescued from the building adjacent to Cine Città and three nearby establishments were affected. According… Fire at Cine Città: A Dark Day in Venezuelan History Unfolds with Business Implications
BBC Mundo reports the following statements from Alvaro Uribe in an article titled “Implicit Criticism by Uribe of Chávez in His Latest Speech to Congress”: “What we will not allow, what we will not remain… The Hypocrisy of Alvaro Uribe: A Critical Analysis of Colombia’s Political Relations with Venezuela
SEE UPDATE BELOW – 29/01/2022, 15:45 GMT – Continuing the series on young Turks who have effectively become the new commercial arm of PDVSA, there is always an international component that locals could fill, but… Who is Ivan Zudenkov? Uncovering the Rising Influence in PDVSA’s Oil Trade
Calculating the situation here is indeed challenging: “The United States continues to recognize the authority of the democratically elected National Assembly of 2015 as the last remaining democratic institution and Juan Guaidó as the interim… US Recognition of Juan Guaidó: A License for Corruption in Venezuela?
This site delved into a report on the criminal activities of Alex Saab in Ecuador. There is little that we do not already know about Saab. However, there are a couple of surprising claims that… Ex-PDVSA CEO Luis Giusti Linked to Alex Saab’s Criminal Network in Ecuador
It would be quite easy to write a feminist critique of the guilty verdict on conspiracy and wire fraud charges against Elizabeth Holmes, the founder and CEO of Theranos. The jury’s decision seems particularly harsh,…
Elizabeth Holmes Verdict: Who’s More Guilty and Why?
U.S. media outlets reported that Majed Khalil is suing Fox News, Lou Dobbs, and Sidney Powell for $250 million in a defamation case. Honestly, it couldn’t happen to better people. However, Khalil could not be…
Majed Khalil’s Lawsuit Against Fox News, Lou Dobbs, and Sidney Powell: Key Details and Implications
Starbucks recently opened a store in Caracas, which became an instant success. Social media buzzed with the news, signaling a potential recovery for Venezuela. Reports indicate that Caracas looks different now, with bodegones (delis) popping…
Venezuela: A New Business Landscape Amid Controversy and Economic Revival
Santiago José Morón Hernández is a lawyer and co-owner of the construction company Cresmo C.A., also identified as part of the gold looting scheme in Venezuela; his brother Ricardo is a civil engineer who also… Who Are the Morón Brothers? Key Players in Venezuela’s ‘Blood Gold’ Trade
The “enchufados” and “boliburgueses” from Venezuela, similar to other figures caught in scandals, are looking for new ways to erase their presence from the internet, now through campaigns portraying them as experts in agriculture or… Allegations of Extortion by “Los Antonorsi” Gang from the US in Coordination with Venezuelan FAES Officials
On December 10, this site revealed the visit of Roger Carsten to Caracas: @StateSPEHA from @StateDept flew to Caracas aboard the “ebola plane” #N173PA to negotiate the release of some political prisoners from @NicolasMaduro. This… Maduro Leverages Roger Carsten’s Visit to Criticize Jimmy Story and the CIA: Analyzing the Diplomatic Fallout
When it comes to undeniable foreign policy blunders, it hardly matters who occupies the White House: Venezuela remains an endless source of embarrassment. From the Bush administration’s policy of pretending that Hugo Chávez doesn’t exist,… Venezuela’s Political Crisis: A Complex Challenge for U.S. Foreign Policy and Corruption Concerns