Tag: Leopoldo Lopez

Venezuela crisis: 17 arrested, charged in attempted coup by opposition leader Guaido

In the case of a failed assassination attempt against President Nicolas Maduro in August 2018, 38 people were charged and 31 of them were imprisoned.

June 12, 2019

Venezuelan President rallies military as oppn leader Guaido marches on bases

Tensions in Venezuela have soared since Guaido invoked the constitution to declare himself acting president, claiming Maduro's re-election was illegitimate.

May 5, 2019

Riots break out in Venezuela; oppn leader Guaido claims forces join campaign to oust President

Thousands of opposition supporters flocked onto a highway near the base. But confusion reigned as they were met with gunfire and teargas fired by soldiers at the base.

May 1, 2019