BILATERAL RELATIONS Venezuela seeks arrest of Argentine judge who ordered plane seizure 30-09-2024 15:45 Venezuela says it will seek the arrest of the Argentine judge who authorised the seizure of a cargo plane in Buenos Aires two years ago.
Crisis in Venezuela No choice: Braving the Darien jungle to flee Maduro's Venezuela 30-09-2024 11:28 Many migrants see no choice but to flee Venezuela in the wake of President Nicolás Maduro’s re-election, embarking on an perilous crossing of the Darien jungle in a desperate bid to reach the United States.
Crisis in Venezuela Venezuela opposition leader Machado wins top European rights prize 30-09-2024 11:04 Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado wins Council of Europe's Vaclav Havel rights prize; Award comes less than a day after her security chief was arrested for the second time this year.
Crisis in Venezuela US, Argentina, allies urges pressure on Venezuela's Maduro 26-09-2024 19:42 US Secretary of State called for pressure on Venezuela’s President Maduro to dialogue with opposition Edmundo González Urrutia after disputed presidential election.
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Brazil, Spain struggle to shake criticism as Maduro enablers 25-09-2024 18:06 At a recent United Nations gathering, Brazilian President Lula and Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez faced scrutiny for their ambiguous stance on Nicolás Maduro's regime in Venezuela.
WAR IN UKRAINE How two Colombians wound up in a Russian prison after fighting in Ukraine 25-09-2024 12:02 Retired Colombian military officers José Medina and Alexander Ante vanished on July 18 in Venezuela, just before their connecting flight to Bogotá. The next time they were seen a video released by Russia's FSB security service.
COURTS & HUMAN RIGHTS Court in Argentina orders Maduro's arrest for crimes against humanity 24-09-2024 08:45 In a historic ruling, Argentina's justice system requests arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and around 30 others for alleged crimes against humanity. Interpol red alert issued for his detention.
UNREST IN VENEZUELA Argentina, six other nations ask UN to probe ‘serious rights violations’ in Venezuela 21-09-2024 07:28 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres voiced concern to President Nicolás Maduro about alleged human rights violations in Venezuela on Friday in a telephone conversation.
CRISIS IN VENEZUELA EU Parliament recognises Maduro rival as Venezuela president 19-09-2024 16:25 Edmundo González Urrutia wins more international support; María Corina Machado calls on Nicolás Maduro to accept terms of negotiation for "a democratic transition."
HUMAN RIGHTS UN mission says Venezuela repression was crime against humanity 19-09-2024 12:52 Venezuela committed a “crime against humanity” with its persecution of dissidents after July’s election, according to a United Nations report.
ARGENTINA-VENEZUELA BILATERAL ROW Venezuela seeks arrest of President Milei as bilateral ties hit new low 18-09-2024 20:39 Attorney general in Caracas says he will seek arrest of President Milei, Karina Milei and Patricia Bullrich over confiscation of Venezuelan cargo plane; Tarek William Saab accuses Argentina leaders of “genocide” in clampdown on protests in Buenos Aires.
COURTS NGO, prosecutors in Argentina ask courts to order Maduro's arrest 18-09-2024 15:23 Legal push in Argentina asking domestic courts to issue an international arrest warrant for Maduro, Cabello and around 30 others for crimes against humanity; Complaint is based on the principle of universal jurisdiction.
Crisis in Venezuela Venezuela arrests fourth US citizen over alleged assassination 'plot' 18-09-2024 11:47 A fourth US citizens – who joins three compatriots, two Spaniards and a Czech in being held by Venezuela – has been arrested in Caracas over what Venezuela claims was a plot to assassinate President Nicolas Maduro.
Crisis in Venezuela Washington, Madrid, Prague seek info on nationals held in Venezuela 17-09-2024 16:42 Three US citizens, two Spaniards, and a Czech citizen have been detained in Venezuela on suspicion of plotting to destabilise the country. Nations demand information about detained citizens.
CRISIS IN VENEZUELA Five foreigners held over alleged plot to 'destabilise' Venezuela 15-09-2024 08:55 Three US citizens, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen have been detained in Venezuela on suspicion of plotting to destabilise the country, announces Maduro administration.
BILATERAL SPAT Maduro asks Maradona’s spirit to haunt Milei 12-09-2024 14:36 "Diego, can I ask you something? Scare Milei by pulling him by his legs in his sleep,” jokes Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro during "anti-fascist" Congress in Caracas.
Crisis in Venezuela Spanish PM meets exiled Venezuelan opposition candidate amid tensions 12-09-2024 11:10 Edmundo González Urrutia has not spoken publicly since he arrived in Madrid seeking political asylum, but on Thursday he met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as tensions mounted with Caracas.
PROFILE Edmundo González Urrutia: from placeholder to opposition pointman 10-09-2024 09:40 Edmundo González Urrutia is a soft-spoken grandfather who spurns the spotlight. But Venezuela's political crisis has thrust him into the crosshairs of Nicolás Maduro's iron-fisted regime.
crisis in Venezuela Opposition leader María Corina Machado vows to stay in Venezuela 10-09-2024 09:05 Opposition leader María Corina Machado vows to remain in Venezuela after her colleague and ex-presidential candidate Edmundo González Urrutia took up asylum in Spain.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Argentina fears for its Embassy as Venezuela takes diplomatic jab at Brazil 09-09-2024 14:49 Argentina has warned Venezuela to respect diplomatic norms amid fears that Nicolás Maduro’s government may attempt to take over its Embassy in Caracas.
Crisis in Venezuela Opposition leader González Urrutia flees Venezuela, seeking asylum in Spain 09-09-2024 12:43 After weeks of hiding, Venezuela's opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia heads into exile in Spain; Nicolás Maduro's rival vows to "continue the fight" for freedom and democracy after negotiated exit.
Political crisis in Venezuela Venezuela opposition wants candidate recognised as president-elect 06-09-2024 12:58 Marîa Corina Machado calls on nations across world to recognise candidate Edmundo González Urrutia as president-elect after disputed election.
Crisis in Venezuela Human Rights Watch reports ‘widespread’ human rights violations’ in Venezuela 04-09-2024 12:49 Rights NGO highlights "widespread human rights violations" against protesters, bystanders, opponents and critics in Venezuela following the disputed re-election of President Nicolás Maduro.
HOLIDAY SEASON UPON US? Christmas in October? Venezuela's Maduro moves holiday amid post-election turmoil 04-09-2024 12:06 Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro declares he is moving Christmas to October 1 in hopes of boosting morale. Announcing this post-presidential election which the opposition claims he stole.
Crisis in Venezuela Venezuelan opposition leader won’t request asylum despite risk of arrest 04-09-2024 11:02 Edmundo González Urrutia facing legal and political challenges after claiming he won Venezuela’s July presidential elections; Opposition leader has not sought asylum and remains in hiding, despite risk of arrest.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Argentina joins condemnation of arrest warrant for Venezuela opposition candidate 03-09-2024 12:42 Argentina, United States, European Union and a host of Latin American nations condemn warrant issued by government-friendly prosecutors in Venezuela seeking arrest of opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia.
Political crisis in Venezuela Venezuela opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia ignores summons 26-08-2024 13:43 Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia refuses to appear before prosecutors Monday as part of a probe into his claim that he was the rightful victor of last month's presidential election.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Argentina joins 10 other nations in rejecting Maduro vote certification 23-08-2024 12:58 Argentina, along with the United States and nine Latin American countries, issues statement rejecting the Venezuela Supreme Court's certification of President Nicolás Maduro's July 28 re-election.
VENEZUELA IN CRISIS Venezuela high court confirms Maduro's re-election after fraud claims 22-08-2024 14:06 Venezuela's Supreme Court, loyal to the government, declares Nicolás Maduro has won re-election despite widespread claims of voting fraud.
PROTESTS IN BUENOS AIRES Thousands of exiled Venezuelans demonstrate in Buenos Aires against Maduro 18-08-2024 09:10 Rallies at 13 cities across Argentina as Venezuelans heed call from opposition María Coriina Machado to stage mass gatherings to intensify pressure on Nicolás Maduro after his disputed election win.
VENEZUELA IN CRISIS Venezuelan opposition rallies in Caracas and vows to fight 'to the end' 18-08-2024 08:54 People rallied in several cities in Venezuela and as far afield as Spain, Belgium and Australia in response to a call by opposition leader María Corina Machado; Nicolás Maduro accuses ex-presidential rival Edmundo González Urrutia of planning to "flee to Miami."
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Venezuela opposition leader warns of exodus if Maduro stays in power 08-08-2024 15:31 Chile raises voice against election “fraud” and human rights abuses as regional heavyweights bide time.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Maduro locks up 2,000 Venezuelans in fierce crackdown 05-08-2024 12:03 Long gone is the light-hearted, almost avuncular, version of Nicolás Maduro who attempted to charm the world in the lead-up to Venezuela’s presidential election. The man who took the stage at Miraflores Palace last week was exhausted — and angry.
AS I SEE IT Maduro still has plenty of fans 03-08-2024 14:54 For Xi Jinping and his underlings, the alleged ability of the Chinese Communist Party to solve quickly problems that keep Western politicians awake at night is a major selling point which they use to impress leaders of underdeveloped countries who see democracy as a threat. by James Neilson
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Maduro pledges to respect Brazil’s control of Argentina Embassy 02-08-2024 14:07 Six Venezuela opposition figures remain inside embassy; Lula to talk with AMLO, Petro about election later Thursday.
VENEZUELA ELECTION Venezuela opposition calls mass protests over disputed election 02-08-2024 13:57 Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado called Thursday for protests "in every city" in the nation on Saturday to denounce the disputed reelection of President Nicolas Maduro.
VENEZUELA ELECTION US says Maduro lost Venezuela vote 01-08-2024 14:27 The US said the world should acknowledge that Venezuela’s opposition won last weekend’s election while President Nicolas Maduro doubled down on his claims of victory, saying his opponents should be jailed for decades.
VENEZUELA ELECTION Maduro risks regional rift in stand-off at Argentine Embassy in Caracas 31-07-2024 16:40 A brewing stand-off at Argentina’s embassy in Caracas, where aides to Venezuela’s opposition leader are holed up, threatens to further isolate authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Venezuela’s military holds keys to Maduro’s future in power 31-07-2024 16:37 During Maduro’s 11 years in power, Venezuela’s security forces have largely stood by his side. And it doesn't seem like that will change anytime soon.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Musk versus Maduro: Long-distance ‘arch-enemies’ 31-07-2024 16:30 Nicolás Maduro versus Elon Musk, Elon Musk versus Nicolás Maduro. From a distance, the American billionaire and the Venezuelan President have been criticising each other a lot lately, yet with the political crisis in Venezuela exchanges have escalated.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Argentina repudiates 'harassment' at its embassy in Venezuela 30-07-2024 18:19 Foreign Ministry in Buenos Aires warned Nicolás Maduro over “any deliberate action endangering the safety of Argentine diplomatic staff and Venezuelan citizens under protection."
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Argentina 'disregards' Maduro’s 'fradulent' victory claim 30-07-2024 15:29 Foreign Ministry in Buenos Aires condemns actions of the Venezuelan head of state, alleging Nicolás Maduro has "once again disdained the will of the Venezuelan people."
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 'We were robbed': Despair in Venezuela after Maduro victory 30-07-2024 14:48 Thousands of furious Venezuelans took to the streets Monday to protest what they called a stolen election, tearing down posters of President Nicolás Maduro as the banging of pots and pans echoed through Caracas.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Maduro orders withdrawal of diplomatic personnel from Argentina 29-07-2024 18:43 Venezuela orders withdrawal of all its diplomatic personnel from Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Peru, Panama, the Dominican Republic and Uruguay, as well as expulsion of those nations' staff in Caracas.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Venezuela bonds drop on election doubt 29-07-2024 14:14 Venezuela bonds fall after President Nicolás Maduro was declared the winner in an election the opposition vowed to challenge.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 World leaders react to disputed Venezuela election result 29-07-2024 14:08 Many nations express doubts about the transparency of Venezuela's election after Nicolás Maduro is declared the winner, while traditional allies congratulate the long-time leader.
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Maduro declared Venezuela election winner, opposition reject result 29-07-2024 14:03 Nicolas Maduro declared winner of Venezuela's presidential election but opposition and key regional neighbours immediately reject official results.
EDITORIAL Region at a crossroads 27-07-2024 14:35 Navel-gazing is taking a rest in Argentina in this winter holiday week with eyes turned elsewhere – to the Olympics in Paris, to the recent series of game-changers in the United States elections and most immediately to presidential voting in Venezuela.
BEYOND THE HEADLINES Transcending the transition 27-07-2024 14:17 Venezuela's problems are huge and the expectations high but the bar extremely low with a rebound soon generating a positive momentum. by Michael Soltys
VENEZUELA ELECTIONS 2024 Blacklisted and muzzled, Maduro’s top rival can’t be held down 26-07-2024 11:25 María Corina Machado has built a powerful, energised citizen movement in Venezuela. How far it can ultimately go is up to Nicolás Maduro.