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Dozens Of Political Detentions Reported In Venezuela Ahead Of Election

71 arbitrary detentions reported in Venezuela during presidential campaign, raising concerns over political targeting and fairness of upcoming election.

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Security chief of Venezuelan opposition leader Machado arrested days before election

María Corina Machado's party announced that government officials forcibly entered Milciades Ávila's residence. Such events have increased as the elections near

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71 Arbitrary Detentions Reported In Venezuela's Presidential Election Campaign

Human rights NGO reports arbitrary detentions of opposition figures in Venezuela ahead of presidential election, raising concerns about political repressio...

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Venezuela's Upcoming Election Could Impact US Migration Policies

Venezuelan migrants in Bogota, Colombia, await the outcome of the upcoming election in Venezuela, which could determine their future plans.

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Biden Administration Sanctions Venezuelan Gang Tren De Aragua

Biden administration sanctions Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua for violent crimes and trafficking, aiming to combat transnational threat.

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Venezuela's Crucial Presidential Election: Fairness And Challenges

Venezuela's upcoming presidential election faces challenges of fairness and opposition unity against Maduro. International scrutiny may impact the credibil...

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World leaders congratulate Iran’s Pezeshkian on presidential election win

Congratulations pour in after centrist Masoud Pezeshkian defeated challenger and hardliner Saeed Jalili in a run-off.

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Venezuelan Election Campaign Opens Amid Persecution Claims

Campaigning for July 28 presidential elections officially opened in Venezuela amid great uncertainty Thursday, with incumbent Nicolas Maduro accused of political persecution.

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Venezuela, US Agree To 'Improve Relations,' Says Caracas

Venezuela and the United States have agreed to "improve relations" as they resumed negotiations just months after Washington reimposed crippling sanctions on the South American country, Caracas said Wednesday.

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Maduro says he plans to continue talks with the U.S. ahead of elections, says Venezuela "must be respected"

Maduro is seeking a third term and will seek for the U.S. to lift its economic sanctions that were imposed over the last decade to topple him

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Venezuela will resume talks with US, President Maduro says

Venezuela will renew dialogue with the US from next Wednesday following a proposal from Washington, President Nicolas Maduro said on Monday. The US has since April levied crippling oil sanctions on the country over the Maduro government’s crackdown on the opposition ahead of the upcoming presidential election.

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Venezuela Opposition Hold Defiant Rally One Month Before Election

The lights of several thousand mobile phones illuminated a main boulevard of Venezuela's San Cristobal city in a euphoric welcome to opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, one month ahead of a deeply contentious presidential election.

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Venezuela turns to dark fleet to supply oil to ally Cuba

The vessels disguise their signals, appearing to be elsewhere in the Caribbean.

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The different tactics Venezuela's Maduro could use to remain in power despite losing the elections

An analysis piece has cast doubt on the possibility that Maduro, a seasoned political strategist, will graciously allow a clean contest and leave office should he lose

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Florida Sen. Rubio urges Biden to cut U.N. funding after controversial Venezuelan appointment

"Ensure U.S. taxpayer dollars don't support the interests of criminal regimes," his letter says.

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Venezuelan Opposition Leader Denounces 37 Arrests Of Activists This Year

Thirty-seven political and social activists have been detained in Venezuela in the runup to July 28 elections in which Nicolas Maduro will seek a third, consecutive presidential term, opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said Monday.

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US Hostage Negotiator Defends Prisoner Swaps For Americans

U.S. hostage negotiator defends prisoner swaps for wrongfully detained Americans, emphasizing importance of efforts to secure their safe return.

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Some Venezuelan government allies are starting to drift to the opposition as elections near

Reports have documented different instances in which supposed allies have shown public support of president Maduro's challengers

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Venezuela Withdraws Invitation To EU To Observe July Vote

Venezuela said Tuesday it has withdrawn an invitation to the European Union to observe its July presidential election, accusing the bloc of "interventionist practices" through sanctions.

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Venezuelans need to earn 166 minimum wages to cover their basic monthly needs

That marks an increase of 11 minimum wages in April compared to March. The current figure stands at 130 bolivars, a little over $3.50

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30-year Prison Terms In Venezuela Over Alleged Coup Attempt

A Venezuelan court has imposed prison sentences of up to 30 years on 29 people found guilty of participating in a failed attempt to upend President Nicolas Maduro's government.

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U.S. aims to bolster credibility of upcoming Venezuelan elections despite facing obstacles

Opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia currently has a large lead over Maduro in different polls

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World Leaders React To President Raisi's Tragic Death

World leaders express condolences for President Raisi's passing and highlight his legacy and contributions to international relations.

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Venezuelan military buildup near Essequibo seen as Maduro's strategy to retain power

A CSIS assessment suggests Venezuelan President Maduro could 'manufacture a regional crisis' with Guyana

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