U.S. eases sanctions on Venezuela central bank

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The United States on Tuesday (April 14, 2026) eased sanctions against Venezuela's central bank in the Trump administration's latest move to build ties with the oil-rich Latin American giant after toppling its longtime leader.The Treasury Department issued a license authorising commercial links with the central bank and other institutions, including Banco Universal, Banco Digital de los Trabajadores, and Banco del Tesoro.Published - April 15, 2026 04:58 am IST