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EE. UU. busca establecer una presencia militar a largo plazo en Venezuela
Panamanian and US military personnel take part in a survival maneuver training led by the United States Army at the Jungle School in the former US military base Sherman in Colon, Panama, on October 22, 2025. (Photo by WALTER HURTADO / AFP) EE. UU. busca establecer una presencia militar a largo plazo en Venezuela Tiempo de lectura ¡Ahorra tiempo y mantente informado con El Espectador! Lee nuestros resúmenes para informarte con los puntos clave de cada noticia.
Trump pushes Venezuela for agreement allowing U.S. troops to stay
CARACAS, Venezuela — The Trump administration is negotiating an agreement with Venezuela that would lay the foundation for a potential long-term U.S. military presence in the country, U.S. officials said. The talks could open the door to a remarkable and perhaps risky new stage in the U.S. relationship with Venezuela as the two former adversaries attempt to move toward military cooperation.
EE. UU. busca establecer una presencia militar a largo plazo en Venezuela
Un acuerdo podría representar el inicio de una nueva etapa significativa, y quizá arriesgada, en la relación de Estados Unidos con Venezuela. El gobierno de Donald Trump está negociando con Venezuela un acuerdo que sentaría las bases para una posible presencia militar estadounidense a largo plazo en el país, dijeron funcionarios estadounidenses.
EE. UU. busca establecer una presencia militar a largo plazo en Venezuela Original
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Un acuerdo podría representar el inicio de una nueva etapa significativa, y quizá arriesgada, en la relación de Estados Unidos con Venezuela. Caracas, Venezuela, a principios de este año.
Trump Pushes Venezuela for Agreement Allowing U.S. Troops to Stay
Politics|Trump Pushes Venezuela for Agreement Allowing U.S. Troops to Stay https://www.nytimes.com/2026/11/03/us/politics/trump-venezuela-troop-agreement.html You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. The two countries have long been adversaries, and the United States attacked Venezuela this year, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio is starting talks on a legal agreement.
Trump and His Aides Helped Bolsonaro Flee Brazil for the U.S. Original
Flávio Bolsonaro, the Brazilian presidential candidate who faces multiple criminal investigations, is staying in Florida on a temporary status that was given following orders by President Trump, and will likely be granted permanent residency later, U.S. officials said. Mr. Bolsonaro fled Brazil after losing an election this week.
Trump and His Aides Helped Bolsonaro Flee Brazil for the U.S.
Liberal View 14 hours ago Overnight News Digest: October 28, 2026 dailykos.com - FarWestGirl • 14h Welcome to the Overnight News Digest with a crew consisting of founder Magnifico, regular editors side pocket, maggiejean, Chitown Kev, eeff, … Flávio Bolsonaro 19 hours ago Why the US has become a political base for Brazil’s Bolsonaro allies CNN - Alessandra Freitas • 19h Three days after losing Brazil’s presidential election on Sunday, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro arrived in Miami, joining other...
Flavio Bolsonaro flees to Miami, declaring himself Brazil’s legitimate leader - Hawaii Tribune-Herald
BRASÍLIA, Brazil — Flávio Bolsonaro, the candidate defeated in Brazil’s elections, landed in Miami on Wednesday, declaring himself the legitimate leader of the nation he fled after Brazilian authorities asked him to surrender his passports as part of a money-laundering investigation. Bolsonaro arrived in the United States after apparently vanishing for 24 hours during which it was largely unclear where he was and how, or if, he would reach the United States.
Flávio Bolsonaro aterriza en Miami tras huir de Brasil
Flávio Bolsonaro, el candidato presidencial que fue derrotado en las elecciones de Brasil, aterrizó en Miami el miércoles, según un funcionario estadounidense. Huyó de su país luego de que las autoridades brasileñas cancelaran su pasaporte como parte de una investigación por lavado de dinero.
Flávio Bolsonaro Lands in Miami After Fleeing Brazil
Flávio Bolsonaro, the presidential candidate defeated in Brazil’s elections, landed in Miami on Wednesday, according to a U.S. official and news video footage, fleeing his country after Brazilian authorities canceled his passports as part of a money-laundering investigation. Mr. Bolsonaro arrived in the United States after apparently vanishing for a whirlwind 24 hours during which it was largely unclear where he was and how, or if, he would reach the United States.
Flávio Bolsonaro Lands in Miami After Fleeing Brazil
Flávio Bolsonaro, the presidential candidate defeated in Brazil’s elections, landed in Miami on Wednesday, according to a U.S. official, fleeing his country after Brazilian authorities canceled his passports as part of a money-laundering investigation. Mr. Bolsonaro arrived in the United States after apparently vanishing for a whirlwind 24 hours during which it was largely unclear where he was and how, or if, he would reach the United States.
Flávio Bolsonaro se va de Brasil tras su derrota electoral Original
Flávio Bolsonaro, el candidato presidencial derrotado en las elecciones del domingo en Brasil, partió rumbo a Estados Unidos el martes, según dos funcionarios estadounidenses, un día después de que la policía brasileña le pidió entregar su pasaporte debido a que estaba siendo investigado en relación a un caso de lavado de dinero. Los funcionarios hablaron bajo condición de anonimato para discutir asuntos diplomáticos delicados.
Flávio Bolsonaro Leaves Brazil for the U.S. After Election Defeat Original
Flávio Bolsonaro, the presidential candidate defeated in Sunday’s election in Brazil, has left for the United States on Tuesday, according to two U.S. officials, a day after the Brazilian police asked him to hand over his passports because he was being investigated in a money-laundering case. The officials spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive diplomatic matters.
Machado regresó a Venezuela. ¿Qué significa eso para la influencia de EE. UU. en el país?
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Análisis noticioso Ahora que la principal líder de la oposición está de vuelta en el país, ha cambiado los cálculos políticos del gobierno de Trump y de la presidenta interina venezolana.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader’s Return Tests Limits of U.S. Sway
The return of Venezuela’s top opposition leader, María Corina Machado, after nearly a year in exile is a significant turning point in the Trump administration’s efforts to micromanage the politics of the oil-rich country. Until Ms. Machado surfaced over the weekend before adulating crowds, Trump officials had prioritized an alignment with her rival, Delcy Rodríguez, a figure from Venezuela’s authoritarian government chosen by the U.S. administration as the country’s leader.
María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s Leading Opposition Figure, Returns Home
After nearly 10 months in exile, Ms. Machado, the Nobel laureate and leader of Venezuela’s opposition, returned to challenge leaders that have sidelined her and press for new elections. India’s Biggest Business Empire: A boardroom fight, an attempted veto and government intervention have plunged the Tata Group, one of India’s most revered institutions, into a fight over its future.
María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s Leading Opposition Figure, Returns Home
Americas|María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s Leading Opposition Figure, Returns Home https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/25/world/americas/machado-venezuela-return.html You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. After nearly 10 months in exile, Ms. Machado, a Nobel laureate, came back to challenge leaders who have sidelined her and press for new elections.
Iran in ‘Advanced Stages’ of Planning Attacks Against Americans, Officials Say Original
The U.S. government has put employees on heightened alert across the Middle East and moved to reduce personnel levels at embassies and consulates because of intelligence showing Iran is in the advanced stages of planning attacks against Americans, U.S. officials said on Friday. Intelligence officials raised alarms to Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a memo on Friday that warned about the dangers to State Department employees in the Middle East and other regions, the officials said.
Iran in ‘Advanced Stages’ of Planning Attacks Against Americans, Officials Say
World News 19 hours ago Israel orders sweeping West Bank operation after military says 2 soldiers were killed in attack that left 2 gunmen dead NBC News - Chantal Da Silva • 19h Soldiers will go “house to house,” evacuate residents and destroy “terrorist infrastructure” while “infrastructure for settlement” will be built, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. Israel ordered a “full lockdown” of the occupied West Bank Friday after the Israeli military said two of its …
Venezuela batalla con su paso hacia la democracia bajo la vigilancia de EE. UU.
Los dos políticos de bando contarios se dieron la mano en un escenario en un hotel en Caracas después de firmar un acuerdo. Fue una señal de que estaban dispuestos, al menos por ahora, a seguir hablando sobre encontrar puntos en común para Venezuela. Los asesores y partidarios que los rodeaban aplaudieron, fomentando la idea de que el Estado autoritario podría avanzar a la democracia en meses o años a partir de ahora y bajo la vigilancia de la nueva autoridad principal del país, Estados Unidos.
Under U.S. Watch, Venezuela Grapples With Tensions Over Democracy
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Under U.S. Watch, Venezuela Grapples With Tensions Over Democracy President Trump says Venezuela is not ready for elections, and he focuses instead on its oil. But Secretary of State Marco Rubio is nudging talks between opposing politicians.
How U.S. Support to Ukraine Has Evolved Under Trump
President Trump ran for the White House a second time promising to end the war in Ukraine even before taking office. That has not happened. Mr. Trump is again pushing for a cease-fire, and also wants new energy agreements with Russia. His renewed peace effort, which comes as Russia steps up its attacks in Ukraine, has raised questions about the Trump administration’s commitment to the Ukrainians and the future of U.S. support.
Trump administration hits International Criminal Court with severe sanctions
By EDWARD WONG and JEANNA SMIALEK NYTimes News Service ATHENS, Greece — The Trump administration announced Friday that it was imposing severe financial sanctions on the International Criminal Court, its latest effort to cripple the global body that seeks to prosecute those accused of war crimes, genocide and other murderous criminal acts.
Trump administration hits International Criminal Court with severe sanctions
ATHENS, Greece — The Trump administration announced Friday that it was imposing severe financial sanctions on the International Criminal Court, its latest effort to cripple the global body that seeks to prosecute those accused of war crimes, genocide, and other murderous criminal acts. The new sanctions, unveiled by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the State Department, would prohibit transactions with the court after a grace period of six months.
Trump Administration Hits International Criminal Court With Severe Sanctions
Politics 1 hour ago Trump establishes panel to probe Fed governor Lisa Cook in latest attempt to fire her NBC News - By Steve Kopack • 1h A Supreme Court ruling in June allowed Cook to stay in her job, but it did not bar the White House from trying to fire her again.
Trump Administration Hits International Criminal Court With Severe Sanctions
Trump Administration Hits International Criminal Court With Severe Sanctions U.S. officials announced new punishments aimed at the court, just hours after the Nobel Peace Prize committee gave its annual honor to a former court judge. The move is an intensification in the Trump administration’s push to undermine the International Criminal Court.Credit...Pool photo by Remko De Waal Edward Wong reported from Athens, Greece, and Jeanna Smialek reported from Brussels.
Rubio stresses need for U.S. security work with Greece on migration and terrorism
ATHENS, Greece — Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed the need for American allies in Europe to increase their military spending as President Donald Trump has demanded, using remarks in Greece on Wednesday to highlight that issue and also call for cooperation to restrict migration.
Rubio Urges Europe to Awaken From ‘Slumber’ and Uphold Western Dominance
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Rubio Stresses Need for U.S. Security Work With Greece on Migration and Terrorism
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U.S. Formally Seeks Information From Russia About Possible Plague Death
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. U.S. Formally Seeks Information From Russia About Possible Plague Death The lack of details from the Russian authorities has unnerved U.S. officials and others around the world. The entrance to the grounds of the anti-plague institute in Irkutsk, Russia, on Wednesday.
Trump Offered to Sell Arms to China, U.S. Ambassador Says
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether he would like to buy U.S. weapons, David Perdue, the U.S. ambassador to China, said in a television interview Sunday. “President Trump continues to say, ‘Hey, we sell arms to other people around the world,’” Perdue said on “Fox News Sunday” while discussing the state visit by Xi to Washington last week.
Trump Offered to Sell Arms to China, U.S. Ambassador Says Original
Trump Offered to Sell Arms to China, U.S. Ambassador Says President Trump made the offer to Xi Jinping, China’s leader, said David Perdue, the U.S. ambassador to China. Trump is withholding a $14 billion arms package to Taiwan. President Xi Jinping of China arriving for a state visit last week.
Trump Offered to Sell Arms to China, U.S. Ambassador Says
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China Plans to Send More Pandas to the U.S., Making Life Bearable for Fans
China Plans to Send More Pandas to the U.S., Making Life Bearable for Fans Xi Jinping, China’s leader, said two pandas would arrive soon at Zoo Atlanta. Panda diplomacy has been a cornerstone of U.S.-China relations. Lun Lun, a female panda, relaxing in her habitat at Zoo Atlanta in 2006. She was returned to China in 2024.Credit...Jessica McGowan for The New York Times Edward Wong is a diplomatic correspondent and former Beijing bureau chief who has written a book on China.
China Plans to Send More Pandas to the U.S., Making Life Bearable for Fans
China 9 hours ago The Deferential President The Atlantic - By Jonathan Lemire • 9h Not long ago, President Trump could claim that he ran the world. Now he’s waiting at the bottom of a set of airline steps for the Chinese president. The 747 slowly wheeled to a stop last night on the tarmac of Joint Base Andrews, just outside Washington.
Trump Invites Putin to Attend Group of 20 Summit in Miami
Many leaders are unlikely to welcome the Russian leader’s presence at the event because of his country’s war against Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that President Trump had invited President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia to attend the Group of 20 leadership summit in Miami in December, in what would mark Mr. Putin’s first in-person appearance at the annual gathering since 2019. Mr. Rubio added that Mr. Trump would speak with Mr. Putin in Miami if he accepted the invitation.
Trump Aides Seek to Jump Start Diplomacy With Iran as Crisis Widens
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Trump Aides Seek to Jump Start Diplomacy With Iran as Crisis Widens Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that U.S. negotiators had restarted conversations about Iran’s nuclear program, but that there were no breakthroughs. Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media in New York Wednesday.
Trump Invites Putin to Attend Group of 20 Summit in Miami
Trump Invites Putin to Attend Group of 20 Summit in Miami Many leaders are unlikely to welcome the Russian leader’s presence at the event because of his country’s war against Ukraine. President Trump with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia at a meeting in Anchorage last year.Credit...Doug Mills/The New York Times Sept. 23, 2026, 4:51 p.m. ET Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that President Trump had invited President Vladimir V.
At Trump’s Request, Nations Are Designating Crime Groups as Terrorists
At Trump’s Request, Nations Are Designating Crime Groups as Terrorists Secretary of State Marco Rubio said leaders of countries across Latin America and the Caribbean had begun making the designations. The actions could help provide a public rationale for military strikes. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday in New York.Credit...Yuki Iwamura/Associated Press Sept.
Latin American Allies of Trump Plan to Label Cartels as ‘Terrorist’
As the Trump administration tries to turn attention back to the Western Hemisphere after months of war in Iran, officials are seeking to intensify the fight against Latin American cartels. At the U.N. General Assembly this week, State Department officials are expected to announce that 14 Latin American and Caribbean nations are labeling 25 criminal groups as terrorist organizations, according to U.S. and Latin American officials.
Aliados latinoamericanos de Trump planean clasificar a los cárteles como ‘terroristas’
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Aliados latinoamericanos de Trump planean clasificar a los cárteles como ‘terroristas’ Al margen de la Asamblea General de la ONU, se espera que 14 países sigan el ejemplo de Washington al designar a 25 grupos criminales como organizaciones terroristas.
Latin American Allies of Trump Plan to Label Cartels as ‘Terrorist’
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Latin American Allies of Trump Plan to Label Cartels as ‘Terrorist’ On the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, 14 countries are expected to follow Washington’s lead by designating 25 criminal groups as terrorist organizations. President Trump with Latin American leaders during his Shield of the Americas summit in March in Miami.Credit...Tierney L.
An unlikely oil partner
AS the US government struggled with shortcomings in the country’s weapons manufacturing, the Pentagon set up a new office to invest in projects aimed at boosting defence industrial production. That effort, launched in 2022 under President Joe Biden, is now taking a sharp turn with the Pentagon’s involvement in an oil production deal between the United States and Venezuela announced by President Donald Trump on Aug 28.
Trump Courts North Korea’s Leader, but Might Need China to Reignite the Flame Original
Trump Courts North Korea’s Leader, but Might Need China to Reignite the Flame President Trump has gotten no love back yet from Kim Jong-un. He could turn to Xi Jinping, China’s leader, to help set up a summit when Mr. Xi visits Washington next week. President Trump and Kim Jong-un on the North Korean side of the Demilitarized Zone in 2019.
Trump moves ahead with F-35 jet sales to Saudi Arabia despite intelligence concerns
WASHINGTON — The State Department said Thursday that the Trump administration was moving forward with the sale of 48 advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, despite internal reports by U.S. intelligence agencies that China could acquire or steal the warplane’s technology.
Trump Moves Ahead With F-35 Jet Sales to Saudi Arabia Despite Intelligence Concerns
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Trump Moves Ahead With F-35 Jet Sales to Saudi Arabia Despite Intelligence Concerns U.S. intelligence agencies have warned in internal reports that China could acquire or steal U.S. warplane technology if F-35 jets are sent to Saudi Arabia.
State Department Extends Visa Ban on Abbas, Other Palestinian Officials
State Department Extends Visa Ban on Abbas, Other Palestinian Officials The move would prevent Mahmoud Abbas, the leader of two governing Palestinian groups, from traveling to the United States next week for the United Nations General Assembly. Mahmoud Abbas, the leader of the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority, shown in May, has been denied a visa to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York.Credit...Mohammad Torokman/Reuters Published Sept.
U.S. Intelligence Warns of China Theft Over Sale of F-35 Jets to Saudis
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U.S. Intelligence Warns of China Theft Over Sale of F-35 Jets to Saudis Original
You have been granted access, use your keyboard to continue reading. U.S. Intelligence Warns of China Theft Over Sale of F-35 Jets to Saudis Internal reports, including one from the Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency, say China could acquire U.S. jet technology through spying or cooperation with Saudi Arabia. An F-35 jet seen last year.
Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel, Including 40,000 One-Ton Bombs
Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel, Including 40,000 One-Ton Bombs nytimes.com/2026/09/15/us/politics/trump-israel-b… The package would be among the largest deliveries of U.S. munitions to Israel. By Michael Crowley and Edward Wong Reporting from Washington Sept.
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