Officials rescinded an invitation to E.U. observers for the presidential vote in July, in another sign that Nicolás Maduro is unlikely to cede power regardless of the result.
Author: Genevieve Glatsky
Venezuela’s 2024 Presidential Election: What to Know
Venezuela’s election features an opposition candidate with a slim, if improbable, chance of defeating the country’s long-ruling authoritarian leader.
Venezuelan Show Contestants Compete for Maduro’s Presidential Campaign Jingle
The program is one way President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela is trying portray himself and his allies as joyful, colorful characters determined to save the nation.
Colombia Will Sever Ties With Israel Over Gaza War
Gustavo Petro, Colombia’s first leftist president, made the announcement in front of cheering crowds in the capital that had gathered for International Workers’ Day.
Ecuador Voters Back Daniel Noboa’s New Security Measures
Voters in Ecuador gave their new president, Daniel Noboa, who deployed the military to fight gangs in January, even more powers.
U.S. Restores Oil Sanctions on Venezuela as Hopes Dim for Free Election
The Biden administration had temporarily lifted sanctions after President Nicolás Maduro agreed to make free elections possible. Now Mr. Maduro has put up barriers to a credible vote.
Could Ecuador’s Diplomatic Spat With Mexico Be a Boon for Noboa?
Analysts believe that President Daniel Noboa’s re-election hopes are what motivated the arrest of an Ecuadorean politician taking refuge at the Mexican Embassy.
Venezuela Sets Presidential Election Date, With Opposition Candidate Still Banned
The decision to hold a vote on July 28 is a partial fulfillment of a commitment to the United States, but with the top opposition figure barred, many wondered how free and fair the balloting would be.
Shakira Honored With a Statue in Her Hometown in Colombia
A (tall) statue of the Colombian singer was unveiled this week along the waterfront in Barranquilla, the city where she grew up.
Maduro’s Vote to Annex Territory From Guyana Is Seen as a Diversion
President Nicolás Maduro says an oil-rich part of Guyana belongs to Venezuela. Voters agreed on Sunday, but turnout appeared to be low.