Over 1,400 Extrajudicial Executions
Among other news, 1,414 people have been murdered by state security officers during 2021.
Delcy Rodríguez Met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov
Among other news, Vice president Delcy Rodríguez met in Turkey with Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov. Two days earlier, Delcy had assured: “You’ll never see us on the side of war” and even called for peace between Ukraine and Russia.
Venezuela, a Potential Supplier
Among other news, Guaidó warned that sanction relief must be conditioned to real progress towards a democratic transition and freedom.
No Country for Us Women
Among other news, feminist organizations protested in Caracas to demand security and justice for victims of gender violence.
The White House and Maduro Confirm Their Meeting in Caracas
Among other news, The White House confirmed a meeting with Maduro’s regime in Caracas. Press secretary Jen Psaki said they discussed topics like energy security and the health of American prisoners.
Maduro Is Increasing the Minimum Monthly Wage to Half A Petro: $28.97
Among other news, Maduro announced he’s increasing the minimum wage to half a petro. This chavista cyber currency is worth 252.65 bolivars, so the new minimum wage would be $28.97 at the current BCV rate ($4.36).
Maduro: “In Venezuela, We Don’t Depend on SWIFT”
Among other news, Maduro said that 93% of Venezuelans are part of the banking system but he didn’t say anything about the low amounts on Venezuelans’ accounts. “In Venezuela, we don’t depend on SWIFT,” he bragged.
Putin and Maduro Discuss Increasing Strategic Partnership
Among other news, Vladimir Putin and Maduro spoke about increasing their “strategic partnership” in a phone call. About the war in Ukraine, Maduro expressed his support for Russia.
Negotiating and Bombing
Among other news, The UN said there are over 500,000 Ukrainian refugees.
A Day of War
Among other news, Venezuela has openly supported Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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