Venezuela

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

By The Week Staff Last updated 6 August 18

In Depth Opposition boycott handed socialist incumbent victory despite record low approval ratings

By The Week Staff Last updated 21 May 18

Speed Read US withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal, deteriorating situation in Venezuela and Opec cuts drive up Brent Crude prices

By The Week Staff Last updated 8 May 18

Speed Read Blaze reportedly started after rioting prisoners set fire to mattresses in attempted breakout

By The Week Staff Published 29 March 18

Speed Read Cuba at a crossroads as National Assembly prepares to vote for first president outside the Castro family in over 60 years

By The Week Staff Last updated 14 March 18

Speed Read Critics say global body’s presence would legitimise President Nicolas Maduro’s ‘rigged’ vote

By The Week Staff Published 13 March 18

Speed Read Beleaguered government is hoping to raise over $1bn from sale which begins today

By The Week Staff Last updated 20 February 18

In Depth In Depth: America’s shifting human rights policy highlights history of double standards

By The Week Staff Published 2 February 18

Speed Read Three major parties barred by Nicolas Maduro following boycott of mayoral elections

By The Week Staff Last updated 11 December 17

Speed Read Company boss claims turnout was 'manipulated' by a million people

By The Week Staff Published 3 August 17

In Depth Election of 'temporary parliament' sparks fury at home and abroad

By The Week Staff Published 1 August 17

Speed Read Dozens more injured in 'mother of all protests' against President Nicolas Maduro

By The Week Staff Published 20 April 17