Venezuela’s New Saints Highlight the Collapse of Its Welfare State
Elation over the nation’s first two saints is widespread, but testimonies about their legacy underscore the domestic struggle with healthcare, education, and human rights
Attack in Bogotá Hits Two Venezuelan Activists Fleeing Maduro Persecution
Luis Peche and Yendri Velasquez survived after being shot by hitmen. The message is clear: Colombia is not safe for Venezuelan dissidents
Are Venezuelans Preparing for War Against the U.S.? Not In The Least
Beyond the groups of milicianos and party members shown by the Maduro propaganda, the population is focused on surviving and rather skeptical about an American attack
In Venezuela, Pride Meets Persecution in a Year of Unprecedented Repression
The celebration carried a different weight in a year shaped by relentless hostility against activists and political leaders. Despite the lack of anti-Maduro slogans, it still stood tall as a symbol of resilience and resistance
What We Know About Tren de Aragua's Presence in the U.S.
Venezuela’s most infamous gang had a spotlight in Trump’s presidential campaign. Here’s what we know about Tren de Aragua’s presence in the U.S.
More than 18 Political Detentions Two Days Prior to Venezuela's Presidential Inauguration
In the lead-up to a tense January 10th, activists, opposition leaders, and foreign nationals are being arrested or disappeared, fueling domestic and international condemnation
Provea’s First Official Summons Marks an Offensive Against NGOs
The human rights NGO’s coordinator was required to declare as a witness about a claim made by the organization
One Week, One Thousand Feats Later
Despite fraud and repression, Caracas is teeming with tense hope. From protests to “panic buying”
A Bill Could Criminalize NGOs and the Media in Venezuela
A lot has been said about how the International Cooperation Law could hinder the work of NGOs, but in reality, it affects all civil society and universities
Alexandra Hidalgo: From Revictimized Plaintiff to State-Persecuted Survivor
In a case that highlights the dangers of reporting gender violence in Venezuela, it becomes clear that women in the country are left without options to protect themselves
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