Overview
- National Assembly chief Jorge Rodríguez said a significant number of Venezuelan and foreign detainees were being released, with Rocío San Miguel and Enrique Márquez among the first freed.
- President Trump said on Truth Social he called off a second wave of attacks due to cooperation from interim leader Delcy Rodríguez, while keeping U.S. naval assets positioned for security.
- The White House scheduled meetings with oil executives as Trump touted at least $100 billion in prospective investment and U.S. coordination over Venezuelan crude sales through PDVSA negotiations.
- The U.S. Senate advanced a resolution under War Powers to limit further hostilities without explicit congressional authorization, reflecting bipartisan concern over unilateral action.
- Brazil’s President Lula held calls with leaders of Colombia, Mexico and Canada condemning the use of force, and Colombia said Delcy Rodríguez will visit Bogotá to meet Gustavo Petro on a date to be set.