January 9, 2026
Trump Cancels Second Wave of Attacks Against Venezuela After Prisoner Release
Trump also said that at least $100 billion would be invested by major oil companies in Venezuela’s energy sector.
TL;DR
- President Trump canceled a second wave of U.S. military strikes against Venezuela.
- The decision followed the release of political prisoners by Venezuela's interim authorities.
- Trump viewed the prisoner release as a significant gesture toward peace.
- Cooperation on rebuilding Venezuela's oil and gas infrastructure was a factor in halting further military action.
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