Iran–Venezuela relations - Wikipedia
Iran–Venezuela relations, having strengthened in recent years, were regarded as "friendly", according to former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani. [1] The two countries are contemporary strategic allies of …
The Venezuela-Iran connection and what Maduro’s capture means ...
Jan 12, 2026 · Venezuela-Iran relations have strengthened in recent years: Both countries are oil producers, both have struggled under a robust Western sanctions regime, and as Tehran upgraded …
How Iran is arming Venezuela - Task & Purpose
Dec 17, 2025 · Iran has armed Venezuela with missile boats, drones, and proxy networks. Here’s what that alliance means for U.S. forces and the Caribbean.
Iran-Venezuela partnership in jeopardy after Maduro’s ouster ...
Jan 10, 2026 · Iran’s long-term alliance with Venezuela is threatened now that Maduro is gone. Tehran had helped revive oil production while expanding military and intelligence operations.
U.S. sanctions Iranian, Venezuelan groups tied to weapons trade
Dec 30, 2025 · The sanctions come a day after President Donald Trump threatened Iran over attempts to rearm, and amid a monthlong pressure campaign against Venezuela.
Iran Stands by Venezuela as US Tightens Grip on Caracas
Dec 18, 2025 · As the White House drafts plans for a post-Maduro Venezuela, Iran faces questions about how far its support will extend. The countries’ economic ties, while significant, pale beside …
As Venezuela buckles under Trump, Iran sees an uncomfortable ...
Jan 7, 2026 · As Venezuela crumbled under the weight of sanctions, Tehran, much more experienced in dealing with American “maximum pressure,” delivered Iranian-flagged tankers to help transport …
Venezuela, Iran forge anti-Western partnership of necessity
Feb 24, 2025 · Venezuela and Iran have been close economic and ideological partners for years. How will the relationship develop in light of the new US administration?