Author: Fabiola Zerpa
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Venezuela calls for July election amid increased repression
Venezuela said it will hold presidential elections in July, setting the stage for Nicolás Maduro’s reelection as his main rival remains banned from public office. Much about the nation’s crucial vote, set for July 28, remains undecided: such as whether credible opposition candidates will be allowed to participate or whether international observers will accept or…
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Venezuela is adding troops near Guyana border, report says
Venezuela has been increasing its military presence near the disputed Essequibo region that’s controlled by Guyana, a new report from a Washington-based think tank shows, potentially escalating tensions with its neighbor over the oil-rich territory. The report published Friday by the Center for Strategic and International Studies presents satellite images as evidence that Venezuela is…