Who tried to assassinate Nicolas Maduro?

Venezuelan president blames Colombia, right-wing opposition and exiles in Florida for failed drone strike

President Nicolas Maduro at the military parade on Saturday
(Image credit: Juan Barreto/AFP/Getty Images)

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has blamed Colombia, the opposition and elements within the US for a failed assassination attempt that left seven soldiers injured.

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