There is something else I have been wondering. Someone on monday said they thought a leak would have come from VZ. If that was the case, is it possible that, if indeed we are close, that Venezuelans close to Sanz, Herera, Ortega, and any other official in the know, ... <snip>... Couldn't they buy through a second party?

I think the leak, still speculation, was meant concerning a party in negotiations with KRY, such as a buy-out company or possible partner or someone supplying cash/financing, and not so much being Ven officials. But, your idea is credible and interesting.

Anything is possible.