Nicolás Maduro, born as Nicolás Maduro Moros, was born on November 23, 1962 in Caracas, Venezuela.

In 1986, Nicolás Maduro resided in Havana, Cuba, attending a one-year course at a political education center directed by the Union of Young Communists. This experience played a role in shaping Maduro's political ideology.

Nicolás Maduro García, the father of Nicolás Maduro, died in a motor vehicle accident on April 22, 1989. This event had a significant impact on Maduro's personal life and family.

In the late 1990s, Nicolás Maduro played a key role in establishing the Movement of the Fifth Republic, which supported Hugo Chávez in his presidential run in 1998.

In 1999, Nicolás Maduro was elected to the National Constituent Assembly, which was responsible for drafting a new constitution.

In the year 2000, the individual was elected to the National Assembly, which is the legislative branch of the country's government.

On October 12, 2012, the individual was chosen by Chavez to serve as the vice president.

On December 9, 2012, facing his fourth cancer surgery, Chavez publicly supported Maduro as his successor.

After the death of President Hugo Chávez on March 5, 2013, Nicolás Maduro assumed the presidency of Venezuela. A special presidential election was held in 2013, where Maduro was declared the winner with 50.62% of the vote.

On March 8, 2013, following the death of Chavez, the individual was sworn in as the interim president.

Nicolás Maduro was elected as the President of Venezuela on 14 April 2013, narrowly defeating opposition candidate Henrique Capriles with a small margin. Capriles demanded a recount as he did not recognize the outcome.

In April 2013, Nicolás Maduro was elected president of Venezuela, narrowly defeating opposition candidate Henrique Capriles. Capriles demanded a recount, but Maduro was inaugurated on 19 April after the election commission promised a full audit.

On September 30, 2013, Nicolás Maduro announced on state-run TV that he was expelling three US diplomats, accusing them of being involved in a widespread power outage earlier in the month. He demanded them to leave Venezuela, expressing his frustration with alleged US interference.

On 19 November 2013, the National Assembly granted Nicolás Maduro the power to rule by decree until 19 November 2014, in order to fight corruption and economic challenges.

Opposition leaders Leopoldo López and María Corina Machado initiated a campaign on January 23 to oust President Maduro due to high violence levels, food shortages, and scarcity of basic goods in Venezuela.

On February 20, 2014, Venezuela revoked press credentials for CNN journalists in the country and denied entry to other CNN journalists. This action was in response to President Maduro's threat to expel CNN if they did not change their coverage of anti-government protests.

On February 21, 2014, President Maduro publicly challenged US President Barack Obama to engage in direct talks with Venezuela. This call for dialogue was a significant diplomatic move amidst tensions between the two countries.

On February 22, 2014, Venezuela reversed its decision and reissued press credentials for CNN journalists in the country. This move came shortly after the initial revocation due to coverage of anti-government protests.

Maduro announced the breaking of diplomatic and commercial relations with Panama after the country's president expressed support for protesters and called for an investigation by the OAS.

On 15 March 2015, the National Assembly granted Nicolás Maduro the power to rule by decree until 31 December 2015, following sanctions by the United States.

Twenty-five ex-presidents issued a statement denouncing the VII Cumbre de las Américas and what they called 'democratic alteration' in Venezuela under the government of Nicolás Maduro. They called for the release of political prisoners in Venezuela, highlighting international concerns over the situation.

On January 12, 2016, Secretary General of the OAS threatened to invoke the Inter-American Democratic Charter in response to actions by Maduro-aligned institutions barring opposition members from taking their seats.

Maduro declares a state of economic emergency following the release of years of economic data.

Opposition leaders in Venezuela started the process to hold a recall referendum to vote on recalling Maduro on May 2, 2016, by submitting a petition to the National Electoral Council.

Maduro declares a constitutional state of emergency, expanding on the economic emergency he declared in January.

Maduro declared a renewable 60-day state of emergency in Venezuela, granting additional powers to the police and army to maintain public order, citing alleged plots to destabilize the country.

On 5 July 2016, the Venezuelan intelligence service detained five opposition activists involved with the recall referendum, sparking controversy and allegations of government interference.

On 12 July 2016, Nicolás Maduro granted Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López significant powers over various aspects of Venezuela's governance, making him one of the most powerful figures in the country.

On October 21, 2016, the National Electoral Council suspended the referendum only days before preliminary signature-gatherings were to be held, citing alleged voter fraud as the reason for the cancellation.

On October 28, 2016, the Supreme Tribunal of Justice issued a ruling confirming Nicolás Maduro's birth in Caracas, Venezuela, and dismissing claims of his Colombian nationality based on lack of evidence.

Maduro engages in discussions with political opponents for the first time in two years.

On 15 January 2017, Nicolás Maduro signed a new economic decree extending his rule by decree for the sixth time since January 2016.

Maduro announces signing an executive order that will lead to changes in the constitution, reshaping the legislature and redefining his executive powers.

On July 30, 2017, an election was held in Venezuela to replace the National Assembly with a new pro-Maduro legislative body called the National Constituent Assembly. The election was marred by clashes between police and protestors, resulting in the deaths of at least six people. Despite Maduro claiming victory, opposition leaders denounced the vote as fraudulent.

On July 31, 2017, the US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Nicolás Maduro's assets and prohibited US citizens from engaging in any transactions with him. This action was taken a day after elections were conducted for a new lawmaking body in Venezuela.

The Constituent Assembly was officially sworn in on August 4, despite opposition from neighboring countries and international powers like the U.S., Canada, and Spain.

President Donald Trump mentioned the possibility of a military option to confront Nicolás Maduro's government.

On January 11, 2018, the Supreme Tribunal of Justice of Venezuela in exile declared the nullity of the 2013 presidential elections due to evidence presented questioning Nicolás Maduro's eligibility and Colombian nationality claims.

On January 24, 2018, Nicolás Maduro announces his intention to run for reelection.

Maduro was sanctioned by the Panamanian government on 29 March 2018 for alleged involvement in money laundering, financing of terrorism, and financing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

On May 20, 2018, Nicolás Maduro wins another six-year term in an election criticized by opposition leaders and the international community. The voter turnout drops significantly to 46% compared to 80% in 2013. The Lima Group, consisting of 14 Latin American nations and Canada, declares the election as illegitimate.

On August 4, 2018, several drones armed with explosives were flown towards Nicolás Maduro during a military parade, in an apparent assassination attempt. Fortunately, Maduro was not injured. The incident led to the arrest of six individuals connected to the attack.

On August 5, 2018, Interior Minister Néstor Reverol announced that six individuals had been arrested in connection with the assassination attempt on Nicolás Maduro. The arrests were made following the incident involving drones armed with explosives.

Maduro was sentenced to 18 years and 3 months in prison on 15 August 2018 by the Supreme Tribunal of Justice of Venezuela in exile for corruption and legitimation of capital.

The New York Times reveals secret meetings between US officials and Venezuelan military officers to plan a coup against President Maduro. CNN corroborates the report, detailing a series of meetings held over a year.

Maduro faces criticism for indulging in a luxurious meal prepared by celebrity chef Nusret Gökçe, popularly known as Salt Bae, during a time of food scarcity and crisis in Venezuela.

On September 25, 2018, the United States imposed sanctions on Nicolás Maduro's wife and three other members of his inner circle in an effort to diminish his control over power.

On September 26, 2018, Nicolás Maduro addressed the UN General Assembly, dismissing the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela as a 'fabrication' and accusing the United States and its Latin American allies of interference in his country.

On January 10, 2019, Nicolás Maduro declared himself as the president of Venezuela in an illegal manner, disregarding the international criticism of a fraudulent election. Maduro manipulated the electoral process by intimidating voters, disenfranchising them, and banning popular political parties and candidates.

In January 2019, Maduro referred to Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro as 'a Hitler of the modern era' after Brazil recognized Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó as the country's interim president. The statement added to the tensions between the two countries.

During a speech at the Miraflores Palace in Caracas, Nicolás Maduro displayed a document declaring the termination of diplomatic relations with the United States due to what he described as invasive policies. He criticized the administration of President Donald Trump and emphasized Venezuela's sovereignty.

On January 24, 2019, the United States and 15 other OAS member states officially recognized Juan Guaidó as the interim President of Venezuela. This move was part of a global effort to restore democracy in Venezuela and hold Nicolás Maduro and his supporters accountable for the ongoing crises.

On January 25, 2019, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro held a news conference in Caracas where he accused opposition leader Juan Guaido and the United States of attempting to orchestrate a coup against his government.

On January 30, Maduro flashed a 'V for victory' hand gesture after arriving at the Fort Tiuna military base in Caracas.

On February 8, 2019, Maduro prevented the entry of humanitarian aid from the U.S. at the Venezuela-Colombia border.

Venezuelan opposition supporters protested in Caracas, urging Maduro to allow humanitarian aid into the country which is facing severe economic challenges.

On February 21, Maduro closed the border Venezuela shares with Brazil to prevent aid from entering the country.

At least two civilians were killed and many injured as Venezuelan security forces opened fire on protesters near the Brazilian border.

On February 23, Maduro waved the national flag during a pro-government march in Caracas. He announced the breaking of diplomatic relations with Colombia and called for its ambassadors and consuls to leave Venezuela. This event took place after Maduro began a second term following a controversial 2018 election.

President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to the Venezuelan military on February 26, urging them to support the opposition coalition or face consequences.

The U.S. Department of State released a fact sheet on April 15, 2019, highlighting the corruption and chaos under Nicolás Maduro's regime in Venezuela.

On April 30, 2019, during a live televised address, Nicolás Maduro stated that troops loyal to him successfully thwarted a coup attempt allegedly orchestrated by Donald Trump and national security adviser John Bolton.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights releases a report criticizing the Maduro regime based on research conducted from January 2018 to May 2019, highlighting various human rights violations.

Maduro responds to the UN report, dismissing it as containing manipulations and inaccurate data, refuting the allegations made against his regime.

On September 23, 2019, the United States, along with 15 other countries, invoked the Inter-American Treaty of Reciprocal Assistance (TIAR), also known as the Río Treaty, to support the Venezuelan people and take action against the Maduro regime. This included imposing travel restrictions on 29 individuals associated with the regime. This marked the first time the treaty was invoked since September 11, 2001.

On March 26, 2020, the United States Department of Justice charged Nicolás Maduro and other Venezuelan officials, along with Colombian former FARC members, for narco-terrorism. The charges accused them of shipping cocaine to the US and organizing drug trafficking activities, leading to a reward for information on Maduro's arrest.

On 3 May 2020, Venezuelan security forces prevented an attempt to overthrow Nicolás Maduro by armed dissidents organized by an American private security company.

Nicolás Maduro announces on state television that two American 'mercenaries' have been captured after a failed coup attempt to overthrow him. The captured individuals, Luke Denman and Airan Berry, are identified along with their alleged affiliations with a Florida-based security services company.

Luke Denman and Airan Berry, the American mercenaries captured in Venezuela after a failed coup attempt, are sentenced to 20 years in prison. The sentencing follows their involvement in the botched operation to remove Nicolás Maduro from power.

On August 14, 2020, the United States, along with international partners, issued a joint declaration calling for a transitional government in Venezuela that would oversee free and fair presidential and parliamentary elections. This initiative aimed to bring about democratic reforms in the country.

Actions taken by Nicolás Maduro have led to the destruction of life inside Venezuela, as highlighted on September 24, 2020.

On October 1, 2020, the United Nations rebuked Nicolás Maduro for human rights abuses and violations in Venezuela.

A report published on October 6, 2020, highlights the actions of Nicolás Maduro in targeting journalists and doctors in Venezuela.

In an interview with Venezuela’s state-run television, President Maduro expresses his willingness to start negotiations with the Venezuelan opposition in August.

The report released by the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela in September 2021 highlighted the erosion of the independence of the Venezuelan justice system under Nicolás Maduro. It pointed out frequent due process violations, including the use of pre-trial detention as a routine measure and judges sustaining detentions based on manipulated evidence. The report also mentioned external interference in decision-making at all levels.

Venezuela halts ongoing talks with the opposition after the extradition of Colombian businessman Alex Saab to the United States on money laundering charges. Saab is alleged to be a financier for President Maduro.

Opposition supporters in Caracas protested against Maduro on January 23, leading to sporadic clashes. Maduro's military response to the protests appeared more measured than in previous instances.

A new UN report released on September 20, 2022, details the crimes against humanity, including acts of torture, committed by Venezuelan security forces. The report implicates Nicolás Maduro and other high-level officials for giving orders for these crimes.

Maduro condemned Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip during the Israel-Hamas war and accused Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians.

Brief information about Nicolás Maduro, the current president of Venezuela. It includes key details about his background, political career, and notable events during his presidency.

Maduro promoted a consultative referendum in Venezuela to support the country's claim to the Guayana Esequiba region, which is disputed with neighboring Guyana.

A Venezuelan general, who challenged Maduro's authority, awaits a potentially long sentence while being held in a US prison.

In the lead-up to the election, the Venezuelan government continues to detain individuals allegedly linked to criminal activities and plots against the state.

A Chevron manager is imprisoned in Venezuela as part of a government crackdown on critics of the regime.

Venezuela's President Maduro officially declares his candidacy for the upcoming election, while a potential rival faces difficulties in registering.

On March 26, 2024, the Venezuelan opposition coalition was able to register a provisional candidate after an electoral outcry. This event marked a significant development in the political landscape of Venezuela.