U.S. Ready to Adjust Venezuela Sanctions After Elections

The United States is prepared to adjust its sanctions policy on Venezuela following Sunday's presidential election, according to senior U.S. officials. Washington will closely monitor the post-election transition and adapt its response as necessary.

The United States is prepared to calibrate its Venezuela sanctions policy depending on what happens in Sunday’s presidential election in the Latin American country, senior U.S. officials told reporters on Thursday.

Washington will be watching the post-election transition period and will adjust its response accordingly, the officials added.