Venezuela

2024 - 7 - 30

Venezuela: The Oil-Rich Nation Stuck in a Crisis - How Did We Get Here?

Economic Crisis - Election Fraud - Human Rights - International Relations - Nicolas Maduro - Oil Reserves - Political Protests - U.S. Foreign Policy - Venezuela

Discover why Venezuela, despite having the world's largest oil reserves, is getting a reality check with protests and economic collapse!

Venezuela, once a shining star in Latin America's economy, is now facing an unprecedented crisis that has left its citizens in despair. At one time, this oil-rich nation boasted the largest oil reserves in the world and was ranked as the fifth largest economy in Latin America. But how did this wealthy nation fall into such a dire situation? Mismanagement, corruption, and an over-reliance on oil revenues led to economic turmoil, resulting in hyperinflation, shortages of basic goods, and a mass exodus of people seeking a better life abroad.

Recent events have only exacerbated the situation as protests erupt across the country following President Nicolas Maduro's disputed re-election claims. With tears of gas filling the air, security forces met tens of thousands of angry citizens who demand accountability and transparency. Opposition leaders assert that their candidate, Edmundo González, won the election with a whopping 73.2% of the votes, setting the stage for a clash not just in the streets, but also in Venezuela’s political landscape. The people's outcry signals a pivotal moment as they rally against what they perceive as a fraudulent electoral process.

Struggling under Maduro's leadership, the Bolivarian revolution is at a crossroads, with significant implications not only for Venezuela but for global politics. The outcome of this presidential election puts the nation’s future on the brink while also affecting U.S. foreign policy focused on the refugee crisis stemming from this turmoil. Secretary of State Antony Blinken voiced concerns regarding the validity of the election results, highlighting the international interest in Venezuela's internal affairs.

As Venezuela teeters on the edge of civil unrest, many are left to wonder about the long-term consequences of these tensions and protests. Interesting enough, despite its immense oil reserves, Venezuela ranks last in oil production in Latin America. Additionally, the stark contrast of the once-booming economy to the current state of hyperinflation, where people are forced to carry sacks full of currency to buy basic necessities, paints a distressing picture of a nation that could turn its fortunes around, but only if it can face its deep-seated issues head-on. Know that Venezuela’s struggle serves as a poignant reminder of how greed and poor governance can lead a country from riches to rags overnight and how passionate its people are about claiming back their dignity and future!

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Venezuela: दुनिया का सबसे बड़ा तेल भंडार फिर भी मंदी, ऐसा क्या हुआ जो ... (दैनिक जागरण)

Venezuela Economic Crisis: एक समय था जब वेनेजुएला लैटिन अमेरिका में पांचवीं सबसे बड़ी अर्थव्यवस्था में रहती थी। हाल के इतिहास में अगर ...

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Police fire tear gas as crowds protest against Venezuela's election ... (Aljazeera.com)

Security forces have clashed with protesters throughout the country after authorities said Maduro won the vote.

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Protests erupt in Venezuela after Maduro claims victory in disputed ... (CNBC)

Security forces and protesters clashed in parts of the Venezuelan capital of Caracas, shortly after President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in a disputed ...

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Venezuela's sham election collides with U.S. campaign (Axios)

Venezuela plays an outsized role in U.S. politics, particularly given the country's refugee crisis.

What the implications of Venezuela's presidential election means for ... (NPR)

U.S. Secretary of State Blinken is raising concerns over the result of Venezuela's presidential election. NPR's Steve Inskeep asks economist Francisco ...

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'Help us, God': Venezuela on the brink of civil war as left-wing ... (Business Today)

Opposition leaders have labeled the result as fraudulent, contending that their candidate, Edmundo González, won decisively with 73.2% of the vote.

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Venezuela Burns In Protest After Poll Results As Maduro Blames ... (Hindustan Times)

Venezuela erupts in protests following the controversial re-election of Nicolas Maduro. Thousands take to the streets, challenging the election results and ...

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Venezuelan protests against Maduro spread, opposition says it has ... (Reuters)

Venezuela's opposition said it had voting-tally proof it had won the election claimed by President Nicolas Maduro, as anti-government protests erupted ...

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Venezuela Polls and Future of Bolivarian Revolution (NewsClick)

The Bolivarian revolutionary process can strengthen itself by integrating into organisations, such as BRICS, while domestically re-engaging in the ...

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In photos: Venezuela protests surge over Maduro election results (Axios)

A riot police officer uses tear gas against demonstrators during a protest by opponents of Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro's government in the Catia ...

Xi congratulates Maduro on re-election as Venezuela's president (新华网)

BEIJING, July 30 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sent a message to Nicolas Maduro, congratulating him on re-election as president of the ...

Presidential Elections in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela ... (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan)

On July 28, 2024 (local time), the presidential elections were held in Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, and on July 29, Mr. Nicolás MADURO, President of ...

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Venezuela election: EU urges greater transparency in results but ... (Euronews)

A joint EU statement denouncing "irregularities" in Venezuela's presidential election was blocked by Hungary, leading Josep Borrell to publish his own.

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The Venezuela That Defied Maduro (The Atlantic)

A restaurant isn't allowed to sell empanadas to a candidate who isn't allowed run—in an election the opposition isn't allowed to win.

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In Venezuela, voters caught in Maduro's dangerous dance are ... (CNN)

It's a familiar scene that Venezuelans have witnessed too often over the past decade: strongman Nicolás Maduro standing on the balcony of Miraflores ...

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China's Xi congratulates Venezuela's Maduro on reelection (Times of India)

China News: China's President Xi Jinping congratulated Nicolas Maduro on his contested reelection in Venezuela, in contrast to criticism from other Latin ...

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More protests loom in Venezuela as opposition disputes election ... (Aljazeera.com)

Opposition calls for 'popular assemblies' across nation as Nicolas Maduro's election victory spurs fraud claims. Supporters of the Venezuelan opposition protest ...

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Venezuela election: Opposition says it has proof it won (Times of India)

Rest of World News: Venezuelan presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez said Monday the opposition had evidence to prove that he won Sunday's election.

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What's happening in Venezuela? Election turmoil, protests and fraud ... (Aljazeera.com)

Tensions escalate in Venezuela with the opposition releasing what it says is proof of fraud in Sunday's election, in which President Nicolas Maduro was declared ...

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Venezuela is wracked with protests and election uncertainty. Here's ... (CNN)

Venezuelans across the country took to the streets on Monday to protest a disputed election, clashing with police as uncertainty swirls around the results ...

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Protests erupt over Venezuela election, strongman Maduro claims ... (Straight Arrow News)

President Maduro claims to have won reelection by 51%, despite exit polls showing his challenger ahead by more than 30 percentage points.

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Venezuela vote results unreliable, says OAS body (Reuters)

The Organization of American States' (OAS) election observation department said on Tuesday it cannot recognize the results by Venezuela's national electoral ...

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12 Graphs on Why Maduro Could Only “Win” by Stealing ... (Cato Institute)

When Chávez won his first election in 1998, Venezuela had a relatively healthy debt-to-GDP ratio of 30.7 percent. By the time of Chávez's death in 2013, the ...

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Venezuela elections: Protests erupt across Caracas after Maduro ... (The Hindu BusinessLine)

Venezuelans protest alleged election fraud by President Maduro, sparking international pressure and potential economic repercussions.

Comment by UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Venezuela (OHCHR)

GENEVA – I am extremely concerned about increasing tensions in Venezuela, with worrying reports of violence since last Sunday's election.

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on Venezuela ... (The White House)

The United States has been closely monitoring Venezuela's presidential election that took place on Sunday, July 28 and the subsequent announcements by.

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Venezuela election: Defence minister says military will defeat 'coup' (BBC News)

Anti-government protests in Venezuela which erupted after a disputed election result have been branded "a coup".

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Criticism mounts against Venezuela's Maduro and the electoral ... (ABC News)

International criticism of Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro is mounting after electoral authorities declared him the victor in Sunday's presidential ...

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Key moments which triggered Venezuela protests (BBC News)

The National Electoral Council (CNE) - which is dominated by government allies - declared Nicolás Maduro the winner. The CNE's announcement has been widely ...

Comment by UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Venezuela (OHCHR)

I am extremely concerned about increasing tensions in Venezuela, with worrying reports of violence since last Sunday's election.

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Venezuela's Maduro threatens reprisals as disputed election ... (NPR)

As Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro claims an unverifiable victory, anti-government protests there grow.

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Hungary blocks EU bid for unified statement on Venezuela election (POLITICO.eu)

The EU's top diplomat Josep Borrell cited claims the presidential ballot was 'marred by numerous flaws and irregularities.'

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How Have International Leaders Responded to Venezuela's 2024 ... (AS/COA Online)

Two candidates have claimed victory in Venezuela's 2024 election. The CNE, the country's electoral authority, gave Nicólas Maduro the win with 51 percent of the ...

Carter Center Statement on Venezuela Election (The Carter Center)

ATLANTA — Venezuela's 2024 presidential election did not meet international standards of electoral integrity and cannot be considered democratic. The Carter ...

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Why Maduro's re-election has triggered protests in Venezuela ... (The Indian Express)

The National Electoral Council announced on Monday that Maduro had secured 51% of the vote, with opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia winning 44%.

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Can Nicolás Maduro be stopped from stealing Venezuela's election? (The Economist)

Protesters demonstrate against the official election results declaring President Nicolas Maduro's reelection. Photograph: AP. Jul 31st 2024.

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