US Flag Raised at Embassy in Venezuela for First Time Since 2019 Amid Diplomatic Shift

The US flag was raised over its embassy in Venezuela for the first time since 2019, marking a shift in bilateral relations following the capture of former President Nicolas Maduro by American forces in January. The reopening, supported by statements from former US President Donald Trump backing acting President Delcy Rodríguez, drew positive reactions from some Caracas residents. However, significant portions of Venezuelan society and political groups remain critical of US actions and influence, especially regarding Maduro's removal and American involvement in the country's oil sector. The embassy building is still under renovation, with its full reopening date unclear.