Why is Venezuela in the news? What caused the crisis? What happens next?
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The Interpreter: A Short, Simple Primer on What’s Happening in Venezuela
Why is Venezuela in the news? What caused the crisis? What happens next?
What Is Happening in Venezuela? How It Got Here and Why It Matters
The opposition leader Juan Guaidó is challenging the country’s president, Nicolás Maduro, whose re-election last year was widely considered rigged.
Maduro Cuts Ties With U.S. After Trump Recognizes New Leader in Venezuela
The move came after an opposition leader declared himself the nation’s legitimate president, cheered on by thousands of supporters and the United States.
Venezuela Crisis Was Years in the Making. Here’s How It Happened.
For years, Venezuela’s economy has slowly collapsed, fueling poverty, crime and mass demonstrations. The New York Times has documented that descent, and how Nicolás Maduro has stayed in power.
Juan Guaidó: From Relative Unknown to Self-Declared President of Venezuela
The 35-year-old opposition leader just swore himself in as Venezuela’s interim president. Who is he?
Who Is Juan Guaidó? Venezuela’s Young Opposition Leader
A new leader, Juan Guaidó, is reviving Venezuela’s discredited opposition, seizing on deteriorating conditions and the growing lack of recognition for Mr. Maduro abroad.
As Venezuela Crumbles, Opposition Led by Juan Guaidó Sees an Opportunity
A new leader, Juan Guaidó, is reviving Venezuela’s discredited opposition, seizing on deteriorating conditions and the growing lack of recognition for Mr. Maduro abroad.
Venezuela Detains National Guard Members Accused of Turning on Maduro
The rebellion came days after opposition leaders offered amnesty to armed forces members who throw their support behind a transitional government.
Venezuela Opposition Leader Is Arrested After Proposing to Take Power
Juan Guaidó, the National Assembly president, was briefly held after calling on the armed forces to support his taking power while new elections are held.