U.N. Human Rights chief Michelle urges Venezuelan government to free hundreds of jailed dissidents who were arrested for participating in peaceful protests.
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American Power Abroad: Fly Away Angel Of Death
There are very evil actions by the US taking place around the world. Why can’t the average fascist that’s involved with our government just take a break, the dust hasn’t even settled in Iraq and Afghanistan yet!
Venezuela’s Guaido Plans to Go Home Despite Safety Concerns
Crisis hit Venezuela as they await opposition leader and self-declared president, Juan Guaido who plans to return despite security concerns
Latest Haiti Protests Target President’s Home and Battle Police
Protesters clash with police Saturday, leaving one demonstrator dead in the third straight day of demonstrations against economic mismanagement .
Struggle for Control of Venezuela Returns to Streets
Momentum is growing for Venezuela’s opposition movement led by lawmaker Guaido, who has called supporters back into the streets for nationwide protests.
Massive Rival Protests as Political Crisis Mounts in Venezuela
Supporters of Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido and President Nicolas Maduro participated in rival demonstrations Saturday in Caracas.
Mystery of Russia and Venezuela Gold Swap Deepens
Venezuelan authorities detained three foreign journalists and a driver working for the Spanish news agency EFE on Wednesday, the company said.
Tensions as Colombia’s Displaced Converge with Venezuelan Migrants
More than 1,300 Colombians forced to flee their homes in January alone to escape fighting between armed factions despite a peace deal signed two years ago.
Opposition Protesters Fill Streets of Venezuelan Capital
Venezuelans of every age, class and profession poured into the streets of the capital on Wednesday to demand that President Nicolas Maduro step down.
Venezuelan Presidential Standoff Likely to Worsen People’s Misery
U.S. recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela’s interim president is being touted by Trump’s administration as a way to restore country’s democracy.