A highly controversial leader accused of locking up critics sent a very clear and threatening message to his country as tensions erupted in the street.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro won re-election with 51.2% of the vote on Sunday, according to the electoral council, following a campaign marred by claims of opposition intimidation and fears of fraud. Opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, who had been leading in independent polls, won 44.2% of the vote.
The president of the South American nation has agreed to Washington’s proposal to re-start negotiations
The United States said Wednesday it will snap back sanctions on Venezuela's crucial oil industry after President Nicolas Maduro's government continued its repression of opponents.
Socialist president clears the way for re-election in July vote
