The United States has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez. This decision follows the US military raid that captured former leader, Nicolás Maduro. Rodríguez, previously under sanctions for allegedly undermining democracy, has been reaffirmed by the US as a leader in Venezuelan politics after her recent swearing-in. She welcomed her removal from the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List, emphasizing the positive direction in US-Venezuelan relations. White House representatives cited this as a sign of progress towards stability and economic recovery in Venezuela, though critics argue that political prisoners remain incarcerated. While the US has restarted diplomatic efforts, there are calls for genuine democratic elections to take place. This marks a notable shift in relations, as discussions of expanding access to Venezuela's natural resources take center stage in the evolving political landscape.