The federal Liberals are easing immigration and refugee rules for Venezuelans amid the deepening political and economic crisis in that country. Continue reading →

In the fourth month of their standoff, President Nicolás Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaidó are unable to deliver a knock-out blow as Venezuela spirals deeper into neglect, isolation and desperation. Continue reading →

Orlando Viera-Blanco, Venezuela’s new ambassador to Canada, says there are ‘signs’ the military will move to the ‘right side of history’ and oppose Nicolas Maduro. Continue reading →

Francisco Yanez is the first active Venezuelan general to recognize Guaido as interim president since the National Assembly leader appointed himself on Jan. 23. Continue reading →

The U.S. vice president told dozens of Venezuelans in Florida that Washington was working toward a “peaceful transition” so opposition leader Juan Guaido rises to power. Continue reading →

Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland spoke to Maduro’s challenger, Juan Guaido, the night before Maduro’s swearing-in ceremony to offer Canada’s support should he confront the socialist leader, Freeland said.  Continue reading →

Chrystia Freeland characterized Maduro’s recent election victory as illegitimate as he was sworn in for a second term in Caracas Thursday. Continue reading →

U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley offered Washington’s first official response to Sunday’s ballot as deadly protests rocked Venezuela, where voters broadly boycotted the election. Continue reading →

According to the International Air Transport Association, Venezuela owes $3.8 billion to airlines. Continue reading →

Authorities announced Tuesday that four men ranging in age from 17 to 33 had died from gunshot wounds at separate protests over the preceding day. Continue reading →