Live News of Venezuela April 21, 2024
Venezuela's Last-Minute Opposition Candidate: Edmundo Gonzalez
Venezuela's political landscape has taken an unexpected turn with the emergence of Edmundo Gonzalez as the opposition candidate in the upcoming election. Gonzalez, a relatively low-profile figure, has stepped into the spot Read More
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Venezuela Opposition Supports Gonzalez As Presidential Candidate
Venezuela's opposition has officially announced its support for Gonzalez as the presidential candidate for the upcoming election. This decision comes after a series of discussions and consultations within the opposition paRead More
Florida Law Restricting Chinese Real Estate Purchases Challenged
An attorney representing Chinese nationals asked a federal appeals court to block a Florida law restricting Chinese citizens from buying real estate in certain areas of the state. The attorney argued that the law is discriRead More
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US Reimposes Oil Sanctions On Venezuela Amid Election Uncertainty
The United States has announced the reimposition of oil sanctions on Venezuela, signaling a significant escalation in the ongoing political and economic crisis in the South American country. This decision comes as hopes foRead More
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Venezuela's Oil Sector Impacted By Loss Of US License
Venezuela's oil sector has been dealt a significant blow with the loss of its broadest license from the United States. The move comes as part of ongoing sanctions imposed on Venezuela by the US government. The...Read More
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Venezuela Arrests Activist Linked To Maduro Assassination Attempt
Venezuelan authorities have detained an activist on suspicion of being involved in an alleged plot to assassinate President Nicolas Maduro. The activist was arrested following an investigation into the attempted assassinatRead More
Smartmatic Settles Defamation Lawsuit Against OANN
A voting technology company, Smartmatic, has reached a settlement in a defamation lawsuit with One America News Network (OANN). This settlement marks a significant development in the legal battle faced by voting equipmentRead More
Venezuela Orders Closure Of Embassy In Ecuador In Solidarity
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has ordered the closure of his country's embassy and consulates in Ecuador as a show of solidarity with Mexico. This decision comes in response to Ecuadorian authorities raiding the MexiRead More
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Venezuela To Close Embassy In Ecuador Over Mexico Raid
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela has announced its decision to close its embassy in Ecuador in response to Ecuador's raid on Mexico's embassy. The move comes as a diplomatic protest against Ecuador's actions, which VeneRead More
US Links Easing Venezuela Oil Sanctions To Election Progress
The United States has announced that the renewal of easing Venezuela oil sanctions will be contingent upon the progress made on upcoming elections in the country. This decision marks a significant development in US-VenezueRead More
Venezuelan Emigrants Face Obstacles In Voting Abroad
Giovanny Tovar, a Venezuelan emigrant living in Peru, is among the millions of Venezuelans who are unable to vote in the upcoming presidential election due to government prerequisites that make it difficult for expatriatesRead More
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Venezuela Concerned About Events In Middle East
Venezuela, a key ally of Iran, has expressed concern over the recent developments in the Middle East involving Israel and Palestine. The Venezuelan government has been closely monitoring the escalating tensions in the regiRead More
Border Arrests Decline In March Amid Increased Mexican Enforcement
According to authorities, arrests for crossing the U.S. border illegally saw a slight decrease in March, contrary to the usual spring increase, due to heightened immigration enforcement in Mexico. The Border Patrol reporteRead More
Chaos Erupts At Hotel Migrant Shelter In New York
Police bodycam footage has captured a tumultuous incident at a hotel migrant shelter north of New York City. The video released by the Yonkers Police Department shows officers facing resistance while trying to make an arreRead More
Venezuela's Former Oil Minister Arrested In Corruption Probe
Venezuela's former oil minister, who resigned amid a corruption investigation last year, has been arrested by the government. The ex-oil czar is facing charges related to an alleged scheme involving the disappearance of huRead More
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Venezuelan General Sentenced To 21 Years For Supporting FARC
A retired three-star Venezuelan army general, Cliver Alcalá, has been sentenced to over 21 years in prison by a U.S. District Judge in Manhattan. Alcalá, who twice attempted coups against Venezuelan President Nicolas MadurRead More
World's Oldest Man Attributes Longevity To Luck And Moderation
LONDON (AP) — Englishman John Alfred Tinniswood, aged 111, has been officially recognized as the world's oldest man by Guinness World Records. This title was bestowed upon him following the recent passing of the previous rRead More
Venezuelan Gang Member Arrested In New York City
A suspected member of a Venezuelan gang, Yerbin Benjamin Lozada Munoz, was recently arrested in New York City after being found squatting in a home filled with drugs and firearms. Munoz, who admitted to serving prison...Read More
Musical Lineup Revealed For Ninth Annual Platino Awards Ceremony
The ninth annual Platino Awards is gearing up to be a star-studded event with a lineup of talented musical performers set to grace the stage. The ceremony, scheduled for April 20 at the Gran Tlacho theater...Read More
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