Nicolas Maduro

U.S. Sanctions Eight More Venezuelans, Including Hugo Chavez' Brother

The Trump administration sanctioned Venezuelan President Maduro last week.
By Reuters

News Roundup for August 8, 2017

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Violence Plagues Venezuela As Maduro's Power-Grab Continues

Violence has swept through Venezuela in the wake of a vote to replace the Latin American country’s legislature. Despite international sanctions and protest, it’s feared President Nicolas Maduro will rewrite the constitution to make himself a dictator.
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A Timeline Of Venezuela's Months Of Protests And Political Crisis

Here's a guide to the country's ongoing turmoil.
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Venezuelan Government Suppresses Military Uprising, Ruling Official Claims

Authorities say they have put down a rebellion near the city of Valencia, amid increasing instability in the country.
By Reuters

Modern Democracy Is At A Major Crossroads

Illiberal rulers from Venezuela to Poland are assaulting constraints on their power. In Italy, anti-elite populists are using the internet to empower citizens and upend representative government.
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Venezuela Just Spawned A Totalitarian Regime

It could be the end of democracy for the country if the international community doesn't act fast.
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Venezuela Security Agents Seize Opposition Leaders In Overnight Raids, Families Say

Both leaders have called on Venezuelans to join protests against President Nicolas Maduro.
By Reuters

Venezuela's President Mocks Trump After U.S. Sanctions

The move follows Sunday’s election of a legislative superbody that Washington denounced as a “sham” vote.
By Reuters

Deadly Clashes Erupt As Venezuela Holds Widely Boycotted Election

Authorities said 10 people were killed in the confrontations, which made Sunday one of the deadliest days since massive protests started in early April.
By By Alexandra Ulmer and Anggy Polanco, Reuters