The United States today denounced the “parody” of Nicolas Maduro’s inauguration and imposed new sanctions against Caracas, specifically increasing to $25 million the reward for any information that will allow the Venezuelan leader to be brought to justice. “Maduro has demonstrated, once again, his complete disregard for democratic norms and is proceeding with an illegal inauguration,” White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters. Nicolas Maduro, strong with the support of the military and an administration under his command, was sworn in today for a third six-year term in a ceremony described as a “coup” by the opposition, which is vying for victory in July’s presidential election. Financial sanctions In addition to the $25 million fine, which also targets the interior minister, Washington is imposing new restrictions on entry visas for Venezuelan officials, as well as financial sanctions against eight high-ranking business executives, along with […]
Source: News Beast
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