US asserts head of state immunity for Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez in civil litigation

The US government has formally asserted head of state immunity for Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez in civil litigation, marking a significant shift in its diplomatic posture towards the Maduro administration. Concurrently, the Venezuelan government continues to block the return of opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, whose central role in any future political negotiation is emphasized by opposition figures. The long-term implications of the US immunity assertion on accountability efforts and the efficacy of diplomatic pressure regarding Machado remain uncertain.