Venezuela’s Autocrat Detains U.S. Citizens As He Tightens Grip on Power
President Nicolás Maduro will be sworn in for another six years on Friday, and he is hoping to use foreign prisoners to get his way on the global stage.
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Venezuela's Maduro Sworn In for Third Term, but He's Never Had Less Legitimacy
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Venezuela opposition leader says he had fruitful meeting with Biden, in contact with Trump team
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South Korean officials fail to detain impeached president
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