The Bulletin Venezuelan Oil, LA Fires Aftermath, and Revival In America
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Jan 9, 2026 Michael Sobolik, a foreign-policy expert at the Hudson Institute, delves into the geopolitical ramifications of the U.S. capturing Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro and discusses how countries like China and Russia might react. Mia Staub, a dedicated Los Angeles reporter, shares her insights on the devastating fires' impact on local churches and their struggle for recovery. The conversation also explores the elusive nature of revival in America, examining historical patterns and generational trends to understand the modern spiritual landscape.
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Venezuela’s Oil Leverage Is Limited
- Venezuela desperately needs predictable oil exports because its economy depends on them.
- China sources only a small share of its oil from Venezuela, so Caracas is more vulnerable than it appears.
Neutralizing Foreign Air Defenses Matters
- U.S. forces neutralized Chinese radars and Russian air defenses during the Maduro operation, undermining the perceived reliability of those systems.
- That embarrassment raises questions for other buyers of Chinese and Russian military equipment.
Center The Vulnerable In Geopolitics
- Christians should humanize geopolitical conflicts by remembering the vulnerable people caught in the middle.
- Love and care for victims (Uyghurs, Ukrainians, Venezuelans) alongside informed policy thinking.
