The U.S. State Department has increased the monetary reward to $25 million for any information leading to the capture or conviction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

This move is part of renewed efforts to oust Maduro, who has faced drug trafficking and international terrorism charges since 2020.

Washington accuses Maduro of cocaine trafficking and arms crimes, highlighting his role in the “Sun Cartel,” a Venezuelan drug trafficking organization that includes high-ranking officials.