"The United States flag was raised on Saturday at its embassy in Caracas as part of the restoration of diplomatic relations between both countries after a period of strong political tensions and the capture of the deposed president Nicolas Maduro on January 3. The ceremony took place at the United States diplomatic headquarters in Caracas and was led by the head of the US mission in the country, Laura F. Dogu, who reported on the event through social media. "On the morning of March 14, 2019, the American flag was lowered for the last time at the United States Embassy in Caracas. This morning, March 14, 2026, at the same time, my team and I raised the United States flag, exactly seven years after it had been removed," Dogu wrote, assuring that this marks a new era of dialogue between both nations. For many Venezuelans, the return of the US flag represents a sign of hope given the possibility of economic and political changes in the country. "Very good that they have raised the United States flag at the embassy here. I hope everything President Donald Trump promises comes true, welcome it may be. The important thing is that there is peace, harmony and understanding between both countries," said David Mendez, Venezuelan citizen. Others believe that the diplomatic restoration can facilitate the resolution of practical problems for thousands of Venezuelans who live in or travel to the United States. "So Venezuelans who are there can manage documentation or visas. The important thing is that there is that reciprocity so that problems can be resolved," added Garcia. Caracas and Washington broke relations in February 2019 and closed their embassies after the US president Donald Trump, in his first term, supported opposition leader Juan Guaido, then head of the National Assembly, who in January of that year declared himself interim president of Venezuela. "