Venezuela’s oil company has found ways to weather sanctions aimed at ousting President Nicolás Maduro. How ordinary people will survive them is a different question.
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Some Venezuelans Have Turned on Maduro, and Paid With Their Lives
President Nicolás Maduro has long enjoyed the support of Venezuelans in some poor neighborhoods. But many have sided with the opposition in recent protests. The government has noticed — and has cracked down.
Venezuela Blocks Highway to Stop Aid Shipment Organized by Opposition
The attempt to deliver desperately needed supplies is a test of strength for both President Nicolás Maduro and his opponents.
Who Supports Which Leader in Venezuela? Why Does This Matter?
President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela, the formerly prosperous nation now plunged into crisis, and the opposition leader Juan Guaidó are vying for backing at home and abroad to support their claims.
European Countries Recognize Guaidó as Venezuela’s Leader, Joining U.S.
Germany, France, Britain and Spain are among the latest to throw their support to Mr. Guaidó, calling President Nicolás Maduro’s leadership illegitimate.
Guaidó Steers Venezuela to a Perilous Crossroads
The young lawmaker Juan Guaidó, in perpetual motion as he fields calls from world leaders and visits ordinary Venezuelans, sees a clear, if daunting, path to ousting Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuelans Opposed to Maduro Pour Into Streets for Day of Protests
Opposition leaders hope to capitalize on international pressure against the authoritarian rule of Venezuela’s president.
Venezuela’s Dueling Diplomats Lobby Nations to Pick Sides in Conflict
The opposition leader Juan Guaidó, who claims the title of interim president, has appointed ambassadors to win support from the Trump administration and other nations in ousting Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuela Voices: ‘We Are Starving Here’
Venezuela is on the brink with food shortages, unprecedented migration and record inflation. But what do the people of Venezuela think ahead of planned protests on Saturday?
¿Cómo te está afectando la crisis política de Venezuela? Nos Interesa Tu Opinión
Compártenos tu historia y ayúdanos a entender la visión de los venezolanos sobre la crisis.