US Sends Over 6 Tons of Medicine to Venezuela Amid Sanctions Easing

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More than six tons of medicine originating in the United States arrived in Venezuela on Friday, as part of ongoing dialogue between the two countries and recent easing of sanctions imposed by Washington. The delivery was announced by Laura Dogu, the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires to Venezuela, and Félix Plasencia, Venezuela's representative to the United States, was also present.

Why it matters

The delivery of medical supplies and easing of some sanctions represent a potential shift in the dynamic between the U.S. and Venezuela, following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. troops in January. This suggests a strategic effort to reactivate Venezuela's oil sector, though the broader sanctions regime remains a significant factor.

The details

The medical supplies will be directed to Venezuela's network of outpatient hospitals, according to Plasencia. The delivery follows a January 27th announcement by Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president, regarding the release of Venezuelan assets held in the United States. These assets were released as a result of conversations with the Trump administration and are intended, in part, to fund the purchase of medical equipment to strengthen Venezuela's hospital network.

• The medical supplies arrived in Venezuela on Friday, February 14, 2026.
• On January 27, 2026, Delcy Rodríguez announced the release of Venezuelan assets held in the United States.

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What’s next

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has also approved two new licenses designed to ease restrictions affecting foreign oil companies operating in Venezuela. These licenses grant permissions to five specific companies, including Repsol of Spain, under strict oversight and accountability conditions.