UPDATE: The electricity system has been restored in several parts of the country, including Caracas. Authorities have denounced an attack against the electric grid and said investigations are ongoing.

Venezuela accused Washington of “piracy” following the seizure of a presidential jet in the Dominican Republic, which was transferred to Florida. The Venezuelan government stressed that this act is “not an isolated action” and reserves the right to pursue legal action.

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#Sanctions #USVenezuelaRelations

Venezuelan authorities have issued an arrest warrant for former opposition presidential candidate Edmundo González on multiple charges, including forgery and conspiracy. The move comes after González refused to respond to summonses and amid his claim of electoral victory.

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Located near Miraflores Palace in Caracas, La Minka Collective operates from a dynamic multi-use cultural space. The building, a former printing press, is adorned with a mural representing Venezuela’s popular history and now hosts classrooms, a radio studio, and a community kitchen, each dedicated to advancing grassroots democracy.

In the latest VA interview, Natalia Molina, a founder of the organization, reflects on La Minka’s origins, its cultural projects, and the collective’s work in building a socialist commune while defending the Bolivarian Process after the post-July 28th fascist attacks.

Read the full interview here: https://shorturl.at/qoEqK

#Communes #Culture #VAInterview

Simón Bolívar's 'Jamaica Letter' saw the independence leader make an eloquent case for Latin American independence and unity.

Find out more in our Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_mRSwDN2B2/

The black market bolívar-USD exchange rate has been 15-20 percent above the official one in recent days. The Venezuelan Central Bank has ramped up its foreign currency injections. At the same time, authorities are looking to boost credit options.

Read the report: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuela-govt-looks-to-preserve-low-inflation-as-forex-gap-increases/

#Economy #Inflation #Sanctions #Forex

Edmundo González, the US-backed opposition presidential candidate in Venezuela, has fled the country and arrived in Spain.

He sought refuge in the Spanish Embassy in Caracas before being granted safe passage by Venezuelan authorities. An arrest warrant had been issued for him last week, charging him with conspiracy and other crimes.

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The Venezuela Elections of 28 July 2024: What and Whom to Believe?

Analyst and former UN rapporteur Alfred de Zayas looks at the history of US intervention and sanctions against Venezuela.

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How the Bolivarian Revolution is Challenging US Dominance in Latin America

Carlos Ron, Venezuela’s Deputy Foreign Minister, discusses Venezuela’s efforts to strengthen sovereignty by challenging US economic dominance and how the Chavista movement remains strong despite opposition.

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Venezuela’s oil industry saw steady growth in August, reaching a five-year production high of 874,000 barrels per day, according to OPEC. Exports also jumped 50%, setting a four-year high of 885,000 barrels per day, despite falling prices.

Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/J12bo

#PDVSA #sanctions

Caracas blasted Washington’s “total disdain for international law” in the wake of the latest targeted sanctions. The Venezuelan government likewise warned Spain against meddling actions as the relation between the two countries strains.

Read the report: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuelan-govt-condemns-renewed-us-aggression-reviews-spain-relations/

#Venezuela #UnitedStates #Spain #Sanctions

The Venezuelanalysis podcast returns! After a short hiatus, we're back with a new format! VA staff is set to feature more prominently and we'll publish on video as well.

In this episode, host José Luis Granados Ceja and editor Ricardo Vaz break down the electoral aftermath in Venezuela.

Follow this link for early access: https://www.patreon.com/posts/112126008

#Venezuela #Podcast #Elections2024

Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello announced the arrest of a US Navy SEAL and two Spanish citizens, accusing them of plotting to assassinate President Nicolás Maduro. Authorities also seized 400 firearms and uncovered plans to attack key infrastructure. The US has denied involvement, calling the claims "categorically false."

Read the full report here 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/VIMCG

#Opposition #USVenezuelaRelations

🎙 Episode 26 of the Venezuelanalysis Podcast is here!

Host José Luis Granados Ceja is joined by editor Ricardo Vaz to break down the electoral aftermath in Venezuela, covering renewed U.S. sanctions, Edmundo González's exile, aircraft piracy, and more.

After a brief hiatus, we’re back with a new format—featuring VA staff more prominently and, for the first time, available on video!

Click here to listen and watch the full episode 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/ivof8

#vapodcast #presidentialelections2024 #sanctions

Before departing for Spain, Edmundo González signed a letter acknowledging the judicial ruling that confirmed Nicolás Maduro's victory. Later, the European Parliament passed a symbolic, non-binding resolution declaring González as Venezuela's "legitimate" president.

Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/8cqhl

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Ximena González Broquen, a social scientist leading a center at Venezuela’s prestigious Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC) and compiler of several essay collections, discusses the Ethics of Liberation as a framework that challenges the top-down, market-driven logic of conventional scientific research institutes in the latest VA interview. She advocates for a more democratic research environment while aiming to build bridges with organized communities.

Read the full interview here 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/PHqTf

#VAInterview #Revolution #science #interview

When discussing historic speeches, one stands out: President Hugo Chávez at the UN General Assembly on September 20, 2006.

He labeled U.S. President George W. Bush a war criminal and highlighted Western hypocrisy regarding democracy and peace—right from “the devil’s house.”

Chávez criticized the UN for its alignment with U.S. interests and called for reform led by the Global South. He underscored the ongoing struggle for change and the potential for a better future.

Click here to learn more and watch the key quotes 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/guOJh

#Milestone #HugoChávez #UN #Revolution

Following post-election far-right violence, the Maduro government hosted the World Congress Against Fascism in Caracas.

Global movements united to fight rising fascist threats, leading to the creation of the Great Anti-fascist International. Watch the video for details.

#AntiFascism #GreatAntifascistInternational

President Maduro addressed recent destabilization attempts against Venezuela during a conversation with UN Secretary General Guterres, accusing the US of promoting regime change and violating international law.

This follows the arrest of several foreigners, including a US Navy SEAL, accused of plotting to kill Maduro and other officials. Additionally, the UN has come under pressure from regional governments to investigate Venezuela's human rights situation.

Read the full report here 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/Ow5Cv

#AntonioGuterres #HumanRights #UnitedNations

On September 21, Venezuelan campesino leader Iraidez Andrade was killed by masked hitmen in Barinas state.

He had been a prominent voice in the Las Mercedes land struggle and was working with local communities to secure land for campesino families. Rural organizations have called for justice and an end to impunity for the ongoing violence against campesino leaders.

Full report here 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/dzgzG

#Peasants #Campesinos

Burning Questions Put to Shaman Rufino of Venezuela

Venezuelan shaman Rufino, a Huottüja leader, reflects on the recent elections and the future of the Bolivarian Revolution, urging for equal distribution of resources across communities. “We, the Huottüja people, live in socialism, sharing and caring for the territory.”

Read the full article here 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/h61oM

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