Venezuela's exiles in Chile caught between hope and uncertainty

Initial joy among Venezuela's diaspora in Chile has given way to caution, as questions grow over what Maduro's capture means for the country — and for those who fled it.

Venezuela's exiles in Chile caught between hope and uncertainty
Venezuelans living in Chile celebrate in Santiago on Jan. 3, 2026, after US forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro after launching a

Initial joy among Venezuela's diaspora in Chile has given way to caution, as questions grow over what Maduro's capture means for the country — and for those who fled it.

(Image credit: JAVIER TORRES)

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