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Venezuelan Crude Is Quietly Cushioning U.S. Gas Prices as the Iran War Drags On

Chevron's expanded access to Venezuelan crude is easing U.S. gas prices during the Iran war, even as Venezuelan migrants face separate deportation risk.

Latin Times · Aug 19

Venezuelan Family Escapes Devastating Earthquakes, Only to Meet Another in Colombia Seven Weeks Later

Two Venezuelan brothers lost their mother in a deadly quake, fled to Colombia for safety — and survived the country's worst quake in decades.

Latin Times · Aug 18

Stocks in news: Airtel, Paytm, SpiceJet, ONGC and ZEE

Markets extended their losing streak for a fifth consecutive session on Monday. Airtel Payments Bank appointed Shabnam Sinha as its new chairperson. Paytm's parent company will see a significant share sale on Tuesday. SpiceJet's bankruptcy petitions were deferred after a settlement was reached. ONGC secured a US license to resume…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

ONGC gets US licence to resume full Venezuela operations, eyes operatorship

ONGC has received a US Treasury license to resume full operations in Venezuela. This approval removes sanctions-related risks, allowing expanded production and new agreements. ONGC Videsh holds stakes in San Cristobal and Carabobo oil projects. The company expects to recover pending dividends and potentially take operatorship. India seeks to diversify…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

EU asylum applications drop 22% in May 2026, Venezuelans lead first-time applicants

First-time asylum applications in the EU saw a notable decrease in May 2026. Venezuelans, Afghans, and Bangladeshis formed the largest groups of new applicants. Italy, Spain, France, and Germany received the majority of these first-time applications. Unaccompanied minors also applied for asylum, with Germany receiving the most cases. Overall, asylum…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Two earthquakes, two responses: How Venezuela and Colombia faced disaster

Venezuelan civilians led rescue efforts after devastating earthquakes due to government delays and lack of equipment. Colombian officials quickly coordinated a robust response with multiple entities and heavy machinery. Venezuela's response was hampered by years of shortages and hyperinflation impacting state resources. Colombia's swift action saved hundreds of lives within…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Venezuelan amputees adjust to new life after quakes

CARACAS - Teenage athlete Dennis Castillo spent 28 excruciating hours trapped under the rubble in quake-hit Venezuela, with a beam crushing her left leg as she waited to be rescued.

Bangkok Post · Aug 15

'The nightmare is over': Families reunite as Venezuela frees political prisoners

Venezuela's government freed 131 detained ​prisoners on Friday, as human rights groups hailed releases of some ​people ‌they say were being held ⁠unjustly or for political reasons.

France 24 · Aug 14

Venezuela's Rivals Sign Their First Real Deal Since Maduro's Capture — But Still No Election Date

Venezuela's government and opposition signed their first real deal since Maduro's capture: a judicial overhaul and a gold push. No election date yet.

Latin Times · Aug 14

He wandered two quake-shattered landscapes. Now an AP photographer reflects on what his lens saw

He moved through the aftermath of two deadly earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia, documenting damage to structures, neighborhoods and human lives

The Independent UK · Aug 14