The United States formally resumed operations at its embassy in Caracas on Monday, reopening a diplomatic presence in Venezuela for the first time since 2019 as the Trump administration advances its broader plan for the country.
“Today, we are formally resuming operations at the US Embassy in Caracas, marking a new chapter in our diplomatic presence in Venezuela,” the State Department announced Monday.
“The resumption of operations at US Embassy Caracas is a key milestone in implementing the president’s three‑phase plan for Venezuela and will strengthen our ability to engage directly with Venezuela’s interim government, civil society, and the private sector.”
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The reopening follows the January arrival of US Ambassador Laura F. Dogu in Caracas as chargé d’affaires.
“Ambassador Dogu’s team is restoring the chancery building at the US Embassy in Caracas to prepare for the full return of personnel as soon as possible and the eventual resumption of consular services,” the
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