Laura F. Dogu, the US’s new top envoy to Venezuela, arrived in Caracas, marking a key step toward restoring diplomatic ties and reopening the US embassy after nearly seven years, as Washington pursues phased engagement with Venezuelan authorities. Laura F. Dogu, the United States’ newly appointed top envoy to Venezuela, touched down in Caracas on Saturday, marking a notable step in restoring diplomatic relations between Washington and Caracas after nearly seven years of severed ties. The development comes as efforts intensify to reopen the U.S. embassy, which has been closed since 2019 following a breakdown in bilateral relations. In a post on X accompanying photos of her arrival, Dogu said, 'I just arrived in Venezuela. Her arrival follows recent diplomatic activity, including visits by U.S. officials to Caracas to discuss the possible resumption of normal relations.

Source: dna February 01, 2026 09:17 UTC