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American hostage Keith Siegel freed from Gaza

American Keith Siegel has been released from captivity Saturday morning in Gaza City where he was taken onto a stage wearing a cap, flanked by masked Hamas forces.

ABC News - 34m

Three hostages released by Hamas, including Israeli American Keith Siegel

Keith Siegel, an Israeli American, is set to be released from Gaza with Ofer Kalderon and Yarden Bibas, in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and detainees.

NBC News - 3h

Venezuela Frees 6 Americans After Visit by Trump Envoy

Richard Grenell, the envoy for special missions, said he was flying home with the detainees after he met with President Nicolás Maduro.

The New York Times - 7h

U.S. envoy leaves Venezuela with six Americans after meeting with President Nicolas Maduro

President Donald Trump’s envoy Richard Grenell said on Friday he was headed back to the United States with six American citizens, a surprise development after he met with Venezuelan President ...

NBC News - 7h

6 American hostages in Venezuela freed after Trump envoy meets with Maduro

Six Americans who were being held hostage in Venezuela were freed Friday night following President Trump’s envoy for special missions Richard Grenell's visit to the South American country. "Just ...

The Hill - 8h

For Rawayana, earning a Grammy nomination is an act of Venezuela resilience

The Grammy nominated band Rawayana have already reached a monumental milestone with their album, "¿Quién trae las cornetas?" If they win, they would be the first Venezuelan act to receive the honor ...

Los Angeles Times - 12h

Middle East live updates: American hostage Keith Siegel freed from Gaza

Long lines of Palestinians -- some kneeling to kiss the soil as they stepped into the northern part of the strip -- were making their way home on Monday.

ABC News - 1h

Grenell to give Venezuela a warning from Trump administration

President Trump’s envoy for special missions, Richard Grenell, is delivering an in-person message to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro that there will be consequences if detained Americans are not ...

The Hill - 17h

American-Israeli hostage set to be released by Hamas

An American-Israeli hostage is set to be released by Hamas Saturday as the ceasefire in Gaza continues to hold. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more.

CBS News - 20h

American man among 3 hostages set for release in next Israel-Hamas swap

Dual U.S.-Israeli national Keith Seigel is among the 3 hostages expected to be released by Hamas in the fourth swap with Israel.

CBS News - 21h

American Keith Siegel among three hostages named by Hamas for release

American Israeli Keith Siegel is among the hostages set to be released Saturday, Hamas said in a statement, as part of the hostage-prisoner exchange with Israel.

NBC News - 23h

How sanctions on Venezuela fueled a migrant exodus

Maintaining or tightening sanctions undermines U.S. migration and foreign policy goals.

The Hill - Jan. 24

Israeli American hostage father says he has ‘immense gratitude’ for Trump team after ceasefire deal

An Israeli American hostage’s father said Sunday that he has “immense gratitude” for President-elect Trump’s team in the wake of a ceasefire deal in the Israel-Hamas war going into effect. “You're ...

The Hill - Jan. 20

Here's what we know about the Americans set to be released in first phase of the hostage deal

Sagui Dekel-Chen, an American-Israeli who refurbished old buses into mobile tech classrooms, has not met his third daughter, who was bornafter he was taken hostage.

NBC News - Jan. 16

Father of Israeli-American hostage expected to be released reacts to ceasefire deal

There are seven Israeli-Americans still held by Hamas, including three believed to be alive in captivity. One of them is Sagui Dekel-Chen, who's among the wounded. The Biden administration says ...

CBS News - Jan. 15

Who are the American hostages being released in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal?

President Biden released a statement following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire announcement Wednesday, saying release of American hostages will be included in the agreement.

ABC News - Jan. 15

Venezuela’s leader starts another disputed term

Western nations punish President Nicolás Maduro over allegedly fraudulent election

Financial Times - Jan. 13

Eye Opener: Nicolás Maduro sworn in as president of Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for a third six-year term, sparking protests around the world and causing the U.S. to raise a bounty for his arrest. Meanwhile, hundreds of ...

CBS News - Jan. 11

Biden refuses to recognize Maduro as Venezuela's elected president

Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was sworn in for a third term as president, despite widespread doubts over the legitimacy of the country's election results. Many world leaders, like President ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

Reward for capture of Venezuela's Maduro increased to $25 million

The increase to $25 million reflects "the gravity of his crimes and the continued threat he poses," a senior official said.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Venezuela’s Autocrat Detains U.S. Citizens As He Tightens Grip on Power

President Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for another six years on Friday, despite evidence that he lost a July election decisively.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Venezuela’s Maduro sworn in amid outrage over alleged fraudulent election

US announces $65m bounty for arrest of president, who has led country since 2013 and failed to prove he won recent vote. Venezuela’s authoritarian president, Nicolás Maduro , has been accused of ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

US announces $25m reward for arrest of Venezuela's Maduro

The increased reward was announced on the day Maduro was sworn in for a third six-year term as president.

BBC News - Jan. 10

US hits Venezuela with new sanctions after Maduro's 'illegitimate' inauguration

The Biden administration announced a slew of new sanctions against allies of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in opposition to his claim of election victory, calling his Friday inauguration ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Maduro sworn in for 3rd term despite outcry over Venezuela's election

President-elect Donald Trump says Venezuela's embattled opposition leader must be protected as President Nicolas Maduro takes the oath of office for a third six-year term.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Maduro government releases Venezuela opposition leader after brief arrest

María Corina Machado was detained after leading protests in Caracas against president’s inauguration on Friday

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado, Is Freed After Being Detained

During her detention, an aide said, Maria Corina Machado “was forced to record several videos.” She has garnered enormous support for her opposition to Nicolás Maduro.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Venezuela opposition leader arrested, released amid tense crackdown

Venezuela opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was arrested and released amid a tense protest crackdown.

CBS News - Jan. 9

Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado, Detained at Protest

Ms. Machado has garnered enormous support for her opposition to the country’s autocrat, Nicolás Maduro.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Venezuela's Maduro could be the next dictator to fall

Assad’s defeat points to Maduro’s growing weakness and isolation.

The Hill - Jan. 9

Venezuela's ultimate political survivor faces his toughest challenge yet

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Friday will face more international rebuke than at any time in his 12 years in power

ABC News - Jan. 8

Recognized by U.S. as Venezuela’s President-Elect, Edmundo González Meets With Biden

The meeting was part of Mr. González’s international tour to drum up support for Venezuela’s opposition.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Venezuela’s Opposition Candidate Says His Son-In-Law Was Kidnapped

Edmundo González, who is recognized by the United States as the president-elect of Venezuela, said his son-in-law was kidnapped by hooded men.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Venezuela's opposition leader says son-in-law has been abducted

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

Venezuela's Dissidents Plot Comeback After Months in Hiding, Exile or Jail

Opposition leader María Corina Machado seeks to draw out protesters to prevent a power grab by strongman President Nicolás Maduro.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6

Maduro’s illegitimate third term in Venezuela

Washington, Brussels and London should tighten the screws on the Caracas regime

Financial Times - Jan. 6

What to know about Venezuela's upcoming presidential inauguration

The next presidential term in Venezuela is set to begin Friday, when the ruling party-controlled congress will host a swearing-in ceremony for President Nicolás Maduro

ABC News - Jan. 6

Venezuela offers reward for candidate's arrest

The reward has been put forward for information leading to the arrest of Edmundo González.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Venezuela announces $100,000 reward for capture of opposition candidate

Edmundo González Urrutia had fled to Spain after Nicolás Maduro declared victory in July elections. Venezuelan authorities have announced a $100,000 reward for information leading to the capture ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Venezuela's government offers $100K reward for whereabouts of opposition's presidential candidate

Venezuela’s government has announced a $100,000 reward for information on the whereabouts of Edmundo González, the opposition candidate who claims to have defeated President Nicolás Maduro in last ...

ABC News - Jan. 2

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