Venezuela Severs Diplomatic Ties with Paraguay over Election Dispute
Venezuela's decision to sever diplomatic ties with Paraguay on January 6, 2025, has created a notable diplomatic incident in South...
January 7, 2025Section
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Venezuelan Opposition Leader Defies Arrest Threat, Embarks on Regional Tour
Edmundo González Urrutia, Venezuela's opposition leader, is set to visit Uruguay and Panama in the coming days, challenging the government's...
January 4, 2025
Maduro’s Iron Grip: Venezuela’s Inauguration Showdown
Venezuela's ruling party tightens its grip as Nicolás Maduro prepares to start his new term. The government warns of severe...
January 3, 2025
Venezuela Claims 9% Economic Growth in 2024 Amid Skepticism
Venezuela's economy grew by over 9% in 2024, according to President Nicolas Maduro. This surprising figure contrasts sharply with the...
January 2, 2025
Déjà Vu in Caracas: Maduro’s New Reform Proposal Mirrors Past Power Grabs
Nicolás Maduro Venezuela's authoritarian leader unveiled new plans for a sweeping constitutional reform. Coverage and analysis from The Rio Times.
December 22, 2024
Venezuela Releases 533 Protesters: A Quarter of Those Detained
Venezuela's government has released 533 people arrested during protests after the disputed July 2024 election. Coverage and analysis from The...
December 16, 2024
Venezuela’s Oil Production Declines in November but Shows Signs of Recovery
Venezuela's oil production fell to 960 000 barrels per day in November 2024 a decrease of 29 000 barrels from...
December 12, 2024
Venezuelan Opposition Seeks Brazilian Support for Edmundo González
Venezuela's political drama has taken a new turn as opposition leader María Corina Machado seeks Brazilian support for Edmundo González...
December 4, 2024
Venezuelan Government Celebrates Tax Windfall Amid Economic Woes
Venezuela's tax collection system shows remarkable growth as revenue reached 422,262 million bolivars ($9.886 billion) through November 2024. The numbers...
December 4, 2024