Venezuela says in talks with US to restore diplomatic ties

Summary

Venezuela has initiated diplomatic talks with the US to restore relations following the US-led ousting of Nicolas Maduro. President Trump met oil executives to discuss investments in Venezuela's crude reserves as political prisoners were released amid protests in Caracas.

Key Points
  • Venezuela launched talks with the US to restore diplomatic ties after US forces removed Nicolas Maduro.
  • US diplomats traveled to Caracas to assess reopening the embassy; Venezuela will send a delegation to Washington.
  • Trump met with oil companies aiming to access Venezuelan crude reserves, with mixed investor enthusiasm.
  • Political prisoners began to be released in Venezuela, while protests in Caracas demand Maduro's release.
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