The first protest called by opposition leader Juan Guaidó since he returned from an international tour was an attempt to breathe life into a flagging movement.
Author: ANATOLY KURMANAEV
Crisis Deepens in Tiny Guyana, the World’s Newest Petro State
A decision by electoral authorities to declare the government the de facto winner in the March 2 elections is the catalyst for a wave of unrest. Billions in new oil revenue are at stake.
Oil Bonanza Plunges Guyana Into Political Crisis
The discovery of a wealth of oil in the tiny country, one of the poorest in South America, has deepened ethnic divisions and exacerbated tensions during a crucial election.
Venezuela’s Socialists Embrace Business, Making Partner of a ‘Parasite’
Decades of socialist-style control devastated the economy. Now, capitalism is back, helping keep the country afloat — and Nicolás Maduro in power. One deal was the cornerstone of that transformation.
Rural Venezuela Crumbles as President Shores Up the Capital and His Power
President Nicolás Maduro is channeling resources to Caracas while abandoning rural Venezuelans, who are often without electricity, police or currency.
Do-gooder or ‘Devil’? A Friar’s Work Divides a Venezuelan Village
Venezuela’s government opposes the Rev. Nelson Sandoval and some in his neglected Indigenous village see him as a know-it-all, but to many, he’s a lifeline.
Election Fraud Aided Evo Morales, International Panel Concludes
Charges of voting fraud that led to protests and the exile of President Evo Morales have been confirmed in a final report by the Organization of American States.
As Violence Grips Bolivia, Congress Moves Toward New Elections
At least eight died as the military tried to break a siege of a gasoline plant by supporters of the ousted president, Evo Morales.
In Bolivia, Interim Leader Sets Conservative, Religious Tone
The leader, Jeanine Añez, promised to unify a nation in turmoil. But her initial steps, taking the country rightward and injecting religious themes, risk deepening the divide.
Evo Morales and Bolivia: What We Know About the President’s Resignation
Mr. Morales was once a hugely popular leader, hailed by the nation’s Indigenous majority and the global left. Now, he’s been ousted from office, and it is unclear who will replace him.