CIA Director's Secret Visit to Venezuela

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas. The New York Times broke the news, citing a U.S. official. Reuters did not immediately verify the report. The visit raises questions about U.S.-Venezuelan relations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 16-01-2026 16:44 IST | Created: 16-01-2026 16:44 IST
CIA Director's Secret Visit to Venezuela

CIA Director John Ratcliffe held a discreet meeting with Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas, according to a report by the New York Times, which cited information from a U.S. official.

The report has sparked widespread interest, but has yet to be independently confirmed by Reuters.

The purpose of the meeting remains unclear, leaving many to speculate on potential shifts in U.S.-Venezuelan diplomatic relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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