Venezuela's oil production is poised to reverse a dramatic decline that has seen exports fall by nearly half during Hugo Chavez's time as president.

V.P. Maduro announced the U.S. attache was being expelled for meeting with military officers and planning to destabilize the country.

Socialist leader has not been seen in nearly three months; his condition reportedly "very delicate."

Dual images of activism and insults follow Cardinal Andres Rodriguez Maradiaga to conclave.

Venezuela government reveals Chavez waging 'battle for life.'

As Chavez battles to stay alive, poll shows nearly 3 in 5 Venezuelans believe he will recover.

Continues to urge patience from the public for the recovery of the ailing Socialist firebrand.

A Venezuela hospital is at the center of attention in Chavez's cancer fight, but still no sign of leader.

Candid admission from the personal ally of the Socialist firebrand will only add to speculation that he's essentially out of commission and unable to function.

Chavez is closed away in a tightly guarded military hospital, leaving the nation to speculate about whether he can still govern, and for how long.