On March 7, 2019, Venezuela was plunged into darkness. What was initially thought to be just another blackout extended: one hour, two, five; a day, two, three… Amid accusations of sabotage, the Chavista government moved… Uncovering Venezuela’s Secret Network: How Mexican Entrepreneurs Evaded Sanctions Against Maduro After the 2019 Blackout
Every journalist or media outlet has its biases and agendas. When it comes to corruption, particularly in resource-rich countries, there is little left unknown; it’s all part of an ever-evolving narrative within the field. Anyone… Venezuela’s Hidden Corruption Scandal: The Largest Growing Crisis Explained
Once again, Víctor Sánchez Rangel, who is also known as the “dentist of the beauties”, has had to flee from his troubles, but this time it’s from Spain—before being arrested for his misdoings—together with his… Victor Sánchez: The Controversial “Misses’ Dentist” Fleeing Justice in Spain and Facing Serious Allegations
The secret of Café Páramo is neither in its aroma nor in its flavor. In reality, it’s a name: Camilo Ibrahim Issa. He is a character and a face not widely known but is behind… Camilo Ibrahim: The Hidden Puppet Master Behind Venezuela’s Coffee Boom
Journalist Patricia Poleo revealed yesterday that Monómeros -one of the assets seized by Juan Guaidó and his associates- paid $60,000 to Antonieta Mendoza de López -also known as the mother of Leopoldo López– for a… Venezuelan Corruption Scandal: Monómeros Payments to Leopoldo López’s Mother Raises US Government Concerns
The question remains quite pertinent. Yesterday, Ian Talley in the Wall Street Journal published “Morgan Stanley and Interactive Brokers face federal scrutiny in Venezuela investigation.” The FBI and SEC investigation is essentially a deep dive… Will U.S. Justice Ever Capture Rafael Ramírez? Insights from Abbe Lowell on Venezuela Corruption Investigation
Contrary to popular belief, the arrest of Alex Saab Morán seven months ago in Cabo Verde and the nearly simultaneous sanction by the U.S. Department of the Treasury against the Mexican company Libre Abordo,… Alex Saab and His Network: Unveiling the Shadowy Trade of Venezuelan Oil
He says thathe separates the wheat from the chaff: if their affections are in certain troubles, they arematters for each one of them. However, his loyalty, insists Venezuelan businessman José Simón Elarba Haddad, does… Corruption in Venezuela’s Waste Management: The Hidden Ties of José Simón Elarba Haddad
The hypothesis is that Nynas was prohibited from continuing crude oil purchases in Venezuela… Recently, we received a copy of PDVSA’s SAP system. In April, June, August, and September 2020, PDVSA’s SAP recorded shipping knowledge… Nynas, Derwick, and GPB Energy Services Defy US Treasury Sanctions on PDVSA: Oil Trade Secrets Exposed
The Venezuelan actress Mirela Mendoza is as famous as she is controversial. She gained prominence for her roles in dramatic television productions and as a model in Venezuela, but her marriage in 2014 to David… Mirela Mendoza’s Marital Alliance with Controversial Banker Exposes Dark Side of Venezuelan Elite
David Osío is a Venezuelan businessman, serving as the CEO and president of Davos Financial Group, a financial consortium that prides itself on providing access to what it calls “the best investment options.” However, for… Corruption and Fraud: David Osío’s Controversial Role in Venezuelan Banking Scandals
SEE THE UPDATE BELOW: The latest on the chavista front is that Reliance, Mukesh Ambani’s energy company, is set to lift four shipments in August, in addition to 1MB lifted in early July. Sources informed… Reliance Secures OFAC License to Trade with PDVSA: Four Shipments Planned for August Amid Changing Sanction Landscape
Henri Falcón, also known as Henri Falsón or Henri the Fake, is a quintessential Venezuelan politician: always seeking the shortest path to his next meal. Therefore, it’s no surprise that one of his associates, Jorge…
Henri Falcón’s Pursuit to Plunder Venezuela: A Closer Look at His Ambitions
An email from [email protected] yesterday brought to light the lawsuit by Harvest Natural Resources against Rafael Ramírez. Ramírez emailed his followers an update, claiming that “the U.S. court ruling against Rafael Ramírez was overturned,” which…
Houston Judge Moves Forward with Rafael Ramírez Corruption Case Linked to $4.5 Billion Money Laundering Scheme
The Attorney General’s Office of the Republic of Colombia announced yesterday morning that it would seize and freeze seven properties belonging to Alex Saab. Located in Barranquilla (Saab’s former base before he became a billionaire… Colombia Acts Against Alex Saab: INTERPOL Issues Blue Notice Amid Money Laundering Allegations