Monthly Archives: July 2019

2019-07-25: News Headlines

teleSUR (2019-07-25). Venezuela Hosts 25th Meeting of Leftist 'Sao Paulo Forum'. telesurenglish.net Embracing "Peace, Sovereignty and Prosperity of the Peoples" as a common goal, over 120 Latin American social and political organizations began Thursday the 25th Meeting of the Sao Paulo Forum (SPF) in Caracas, Venezuela. | RELATED: | Sao Paulo Forum: Leftist Leaders Reaffirm Regional Unity | Their debates will be focused on the neoliberal offensive against Latin American peoples and its consequences regarding the increase in poverty and inequality. Amidst the United States aggression ag…

teleSUR (2019-07-25). Colombia's Murdered Leaders Called Criminals By Duque Ally. telesurenglish.net The former campaign manager to Colombia's President Ivan Duque has said that the social activists murdered over the past few years are criminals involved in 'illegal businesses'. The comments come as protests are planned in 58 cities around the world, against the mass killing of Colombia's social activists. | RELATED: | 40% of Young People in Colombia Have Experienced Abuse: Report | Luis Guillermo Echeverri ran right-wing President Duque's successful 2018 campaign, he spoke to…

Gabriela Luna (2019-07-25). Nicaragua: Telling the Truth as a Revolutionary Act. globalresearch.ca "The (soft coup) effort (June 2018) to topple the democratically-elected government of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega was originally led by students trained by US-funded "democracy promotion" programs (USAID). US-funded nongovernmental organizations, the Sandinista Renovation Movement political party, the Catholic Church …

teleSUR (2019-07-25). Colombia Gov't Bails out Banks for Dissolved Odebrecht Project. telesurenglish.net The Colombian government said Wednesday it will bail out an Odebrecht-backed consortium in Colombia with the amount of 1.2 billion pesos, US$378 million. | RELATED: | Colombia: Duque's Party Proposes Law to Allow Convicted Politicians to Appeal | The money will be paid to seven banks that lent the capital for a national highway project which, due to the company's major corruption scandal and subsequent loss of funds, is being scrapped. | Minister of Transportation…

Tony Cartalucci (2019-07-25). US Puppet Wants Help Making Thailand Like America. globalresearch.ca The US is involved in regime change worldwide — from Venezuela in South America, to Ukraine in Eastern Europe, to Syria in the Middle East, to Afghanistan in Central Asia. | But these headline-grabbing wars, coups, color revolutions, and interventions are …

Gloria La Riva (2019-07-24). Venezuela defeats new power sabotage in hours. liberationnews.org This is the third major attempt by the United States and internal counterrevolutionaries to try to destroy the power system, the first being March 7-12 and the second from March 23 to April 4. There have been hundreds of terrorist attacks on the power lines.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-24). Venezuela Recovers From Blackout as Guaido 'Approves' Military Treaty Reincorporation. venezuelanalysis.com Caracas blamed the blackout on an "electromagnetic attack" while recovery was faster than before.

teleSUR (2019-07-24). Maduro Declares Army Drills to Defend Venezuelan Sovereignty. telesurenglish.net To mark the birthday of Simon Bolivar, President Nicolas Maduro announced the start of new military exercises so as to strengthen the country's efforts to defend their sovereignty, amid increasing U.S. aggression. | RELATED: | Venezuela Denounces New Incursion by US Aircraft | "I give the order for the start of the Simon Bolivar Liberation Campaign Military Exercises 2019, operations for the defense of our seas, our rivers, our airspace and the entire territory of the Bolivarian Republic of…

Gabriel Hetland (2019-07-24). What the UN Report Gets Right—and Wrong—About the Crisis in Venezuela. thenation.com What the UN Report Gets Right—and Wrong—About the Crisis in Venezuela…

Lucas Koerner, Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-24). Western Media Losing Enthusiasm for Failing Coup in Venezuela. commondreams.org www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files/styles/cd_special_coverage/public/views-article/thumbs/cbc-guaido-headshot.png

John Rachel (2019-07-23). US Openly Pushes for Overthrow of Elected Government in Venezuela. dissidentvoice.org In one concise statement, Dan Kovalik sums up the criminal — if self-serving and for now effective — foreign policy of the U.S. across the planet: The US appears to be intentionally spreading chaos throughout strategic portions of the world, leaving virtually no independent state standing to protect their resources, especially oil, from Western exploitation. And, this goal is …

Fight Back (2019-07-23). FRSO sends delegation to the Sao Paolo Forum. fightbacknews.org Caracas, Venezuela – From July 25 to 28, delegates from the Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO) will be participating in the 25th Sao Paolo Forum, held this year in Caracas, Venezuela. Over 1000 delegates from around the world will be attending, under the slogan "For Peace, Sovereignty and the Prosperity of the People: Unity, Struggle, Combat and Victory!" | The FRSO delegation will be led by Tom Burke, the Organization Secretary of Freedom Road. | Much has happened since the Sao Paolo Forum first began in 1994. At that time, the international left was trying to summate the overthrow of the Soviet Union a…

Tyler Durden (2019-07-23). "Electromagnetic Attack" Sparks Massive Blackouts Across Venezuela. theantimedia.com (ZH) — Widespread power blackouts were first reported on Monday evening across 15 Venezuelan states and Caracas, as per a report from Reuters Caracas newsroom. Central #Caracas (#Chacao) right now #apagón #blackout #Venezuela pic.twitter.com/6Pvp3QdPPW — Adriano Mérola Marotta (@AdrianoMerola) July 22, 2019 Venezuelan information minister Jorge Rodrigues said an "electromagnetic attack caused the nationwide blackout" and power companies along with …

Fight Back (2019-07-23). Chicago Teachers show solidarity in Venezuela. fightbacknews.org Caracas, Venezuela – A delegation of members from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) arrived in Caracas, Venezuela last week. Their goals were to learn what they could from Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution, exchange views on effective education and to show solidarity with the students, teachers and social movements of Venezuela. | The trip falls on the heels of a union resolution that was passed by the CTU Executive Board and House of Delegates. The resolution calls for an end to U.S. intervention in Venezuela. Delegation member and CTU Area Vice President Sarah Chambers explains, "Through major economic hardships…

Venezuelanalysis (2019-07-23). Nationwide Blackout in Venezuela, Third since March — VA's on the Ground Coverage Affected. venezuelanalysis.com A government communique states that the probable cause was an "electromagnetic attack."

Paul Dobson (2019-07-23). Non-Aligned Movement Condemns US Sanctions Against Venezuela. venezuelanalysis.com The 120-member movement held a ministerial meeting in Caracas as a US spy jet reportedly violated Venezuelan airspace.

Lucas Koerner (2019-07-23). Western Media Losing Enthusiasm for Failing Coup in Venezuela. fair.org When previously unknown Venezuelan opposition politician Juan Guaidó stood up in an East Caracas plaza and declared himself "interim president" of the South American country, Western corporate media were ebullient. | In those heady early days, corporate journalists could scarcely conceal their love affair with the 35-year-old politician, whom they likened to Barack Obama (CNN, 2/7/19) and described as a "freedom fighter" (Fox Business, 1/29/19)…

Mike Kuhlenbeck (2019-07-21). A book review of 'The Plot to Overthrow Venezuela'. workers.org The latest book by human rights attorney Dan Kovalik, "The Plot to Overthrow Venezuela," is a critical primer on the U.S. government's efforts to sabotage the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and the future of its people. This is the fourth title in Kovalik's "Plot" series, starting with "The Plot to . . . | Continue reading A book review of 'The Plot to Overthrow Venezuela' at Workers.org

United Nations (2019-07-19). 'Firmly united' Security Council can bolster Colombia's efforts to secure lasting peace, says UN envoy. un.org The Colombian peace process is an outstanding example of how much support the United Nations can provide when the Security Council is 'firmly united', a senior UN envoy said on Friday, calling for the 15-member body's continued commitment as the country works to overcome secure lasting peace.

United Nations (2019-07-19). Friday's Daily Brief: solidarity with Japan, call for DR Congo support, family-friendly workplaces, hottest June ever, Venezuela and Afghanistan updates. un.org In today's Daily Brief: UN stands in solidarity with Japan; avoid panic over DR Congo Ebola emergency; 'transformative shift' needed towards family-friendly work policies; hottest June EVER; Venezuelan migrant dangers; stop targeting Afghanistan civilians call.

susan_p (2019-07-19). Venezuela: Trump diverts Central America aid to Guaido as EU threatens more sanctions. greenleft.org.au Juan Guaido's team is receiving over US$40 million through USAID to fund salaries, travel, training, propaganda and technical assistance.

susan_p (2019-07-19). Venezuela: Guaido's bodyguards arrested as Barbados talks resume. greenleft.org.au Three men linked to self-declared "Interim President" Juan Guaido were arrested on July 12, while allegedly selling weapons stolen during the failed April 30 putsch.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-18). Venezuela: Trump Diverts Central America Aid to Guaido as EU Threatens More Sanctions. venezuelanalysis.com Guaido's team is receiving over $40 million to fund salaries, travel, training, propaganda and technical assistance.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-17). Venezuelan Campesinos Released After Security Forces Raid. venezuelanalysis.com A prompt mobilization from popular movements managed to secure their release.

Paul Dobson (2019-07-15). UPDATED: Venezuela: Guaido Bodyguards Arrested as Barbados Talks Resume. venezuelanalysis.com The self-declared "Interim President" claimed his men were victims of a "set up."

TeleSur English (2019-07-15). UN Human Rights Council Adopts Resolution Rejecting US Sanctions. venezuelanalysis.com The draft resolution was approved with 28 votes in favor, 14 against and five abstentions, and was presented by Venezuela and Palestine on behalf of the Movement of Non-aligned Countries.

Roger D. Harris (2019-07-12). The Glaring Holes in Michelle Bachelet's Venezuela Human Rights Report. mintpressnews.com UN High Commissioner on Human Rights Michelle Bachelet's report on Venezuela echoes the US government's talking points, which are designed to terminate the two-decade-old Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela. The report fails to acknowledge Venezuela's manifest accomplishments or even recognize victims of US-backed right-wing violence in Venezuela. The US economic war against Venezuela, US threats of a "military option," and opposition violence are treated in the Bachelet report as figments of the imagination, "alleged internal and external threats." | Mean…

Lucas Koerner and Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-12). Venezuela: 'Progress' Reported in Gov't-Opposition Talks as US Sanctions Counter-Intelligence Agency. venezuelanalysis.com The agenda of the talks has not been disclosed but the topic of elections is reportedly being left for last.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-11). Venezuela: Oil Output Stagnant as Inflation Continues Slowdown. venezuelanalysis.com The Venezuelan economy has now had four consecutive months without hyperinflation.

Ociel Alí López (2019-07-10). Norway, Bachelet, and the Twilight of Guaido's Insurrection. mintpressnews.com Venezuelanalysis — Guaido's uprising is going through its terminal phrase. He does not yet appear to have reached his end as leader, as he still produces and consolidates an important consensus among the opposition. What has decisively failed is his attempt to form a government without elections with the backing of the hawks in Washington. In almost six months since his self-swearing in as "interim president," it has become palpable that his governing is truly impossible. The coup de grace was de…

Max Blumenthal (2019-07-08). 'We're worse than Venezuela!': Hondurans in US-backed regime speak out. thegrayzone.com Average Hondurans in the capital Tegucigalpa's central park tell Max Blumenthal their humanitarian crisis is much worse than Venezuela's. The…

Lucas Koerner and Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-08). Venezuela: Dialogue Resumes in Barbados as Guaido Vows to Return to US-led Military Pact. venezuelanalysis.com Self-proclaimed "Interim President" walked back promises not to sit down with the government.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-07). Venezuelan Government Slams 'Biased' UN Human Rights Report. venezuelanalysis.com Despite recognizing the negative impact of US sanctions, the report contains no recommendation for the measures to be lifted.

Anya Parampil (2019-07-06). 'Weaponizing human rights': UN chief Bachelet's Venezuela report follows US regime change script. thegrayzone.com Former UN special rapporteur Alfred de Zayas slams UN High Commissioner Bachelet's report on Venezuela as a politicized collection of…

Paul Dobson (2019-07-03). OPEC Speaks Out Against Venezuelan Oil Embargo as PDVSA Reroutes Exports to Asia. venezuelanalysis.com Unofficial data also indicates that oil production has climbed 26 percent in June to 1.1 million barrels per day.

Paul Dobson (2019-07-01). US Sanctions Maduro's Son as Venezuela Discussed at G20. venezuelanalysis.com Russian President Vladimir Putin challenged Juan Guaido to run in elections while Trump said he has "five different alternatives for Venezuela."

Lucas Koerner (2019-06-30). UPDATED: Venezuelan Navy Captain Dies in State Custody, Maduro Orders Investigation. venezuelanalysis.com Acosta had been linked to an alleged coup plot in which he discussed assassinating President Nicolas Maduro.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-06-27). Venezuelan Government Claims New Coup Plot Foiled. venezuelanalysis.com Plans allegedly included the assassination of President Maduro.

Paul Dobson (2019-06-26). Abrams Welcomes Venezuela's Former Intelligence Chief to the US, Reaffirms Trump's Commitment to Ousting Maduro. venezuelanalysis.com The press conference came as the Venezuelan military called for respect from those looking to fracture it.

Paul Dobson (2019-06-24). UN Human Rights Head Visits Venezuela, Meets Maduro and Guaido. venezuelanalysis.com Michelle Bachelet commented on access to food and medicine, allegations of political prisoners, and the impact of sanctions, among other issues.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-06-20). Venezuela: Popular Movements Mobilize to Demand Housing Self-Management. venezuelanalysis.com Popular movements want to build half of the houses planned by the national Housing Mission.

Paul Dobson (2019-06-19). Venezuela's Guaido Investigated for Aid Embezzlement. venezuelanalysis.com Guaido's representative in the US, Carlos Vecchio, is also being accused of fraud in CITGO worth US $70 million.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-06-17). Guaido Staffers Accused of Embezzling Venezuela Humanitarian Aid Funds. venezuelanalysis.com Guaido envoys reportedly spent tens of thousands of dollars on upscale restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs.

Paul Dobson (2019-06-12). Venezuelan Opposition: Inflation Drops Under One Million Percent. venezuelanalysis.com May was the third consecutive month with inflation below 50 percent.

Paul Dobson (2019-06-10). Venezuela Partially Reopens Colombia Border, Closes Canadian Consulates. venezuelanalysis.com The move comes as a riot over fuel shortages in Merida leaves one dead.

Ricardo Vaz (2019-06-07). US Treasury Department Tightens Sanctions on Venezuela Oil Sector. venezuelanalysis.com Washington is targeting diluent imports, hurting Venezuela's ability to export oil and produce fuel.

Paul Dobson (2019-06-06). Venezuela: Pompeo Exposes Frustration Over Opposition Divisions as China, Russia Call for Non-Interference. venezuelanalysis.com The US Secretary of State claims efforts to unify the opposition have been "devilishly difficult."

Ricardo Vaz (2019-06-05). Venezuela: Oil Production Reportedly Down as Gov't Defaults on Gold Swap. venezuelanalysis.com Sanctions have taken a toll on Venezuela's oil output and generated fuel shortages.

2019-07-25: Social Media Postees

Please be social by posting these 'POSTEES' on social media!

Colombia's Murdered Leaders Called Criminals By Duque Ally
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-25
The former campaign manager to Colombia's President Ivan Duque has said that the social activists murdered over the past few years are criminals involved in 'illegal businesses'. The comments come as protests are planned in 58 cities around the world, against the mass killing of Colombia's social activists. | RELATED: | 40% of Young People in Colombia Have Experienced Abuse: Report | Luis Guillermo Echeverri ran right-wing President Duque's successful 2018 campaign, he spoke to…
telesurenglish.net/news/Colombias-Murdered-Leaders-Called-Criminals-By-Duque-Ally-20190725-0012.html

Venezuela Hosts 25th Meeting of Leftist 'Sao Paulo Forum'
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-25
Embracing "Peace, Sovereignty and Prosperity of the Peoples" as a common goal, over 120 Latin American social and political organizations began Thursday the 25th Meeting of the Sao Paulo Forum (SPF) in Caracas, Venezuela. | RELATED: | Sao Paulo Forum: Leftist Leaders Reaffirm Regional Unity | Their debates will be focused on the neoliberal offensive against Latin American peoples and its consequences regarding the increase in poverty and inequality. Amidst the United States aggression ag…
telesurenglish.net/news/Venezuela-Hosts-25th-Meeting-of-Leftist-Sao-Paulo-Forum-20190725-0001.html

Nicaragua: Telling the Truth as a Revolutionary Act
Gabriela Luna | globalresearch.ca | 2019-07-25
"The (soft coup) effort (June 2018) to topple the democratically-elected government of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega was originally led by students trained by US-funded "democracy promotion" programs (USAID). US-funded nongovernmental organizations, the Sandinista Renovation Movement political party, the Catholic Church …
globalresearch.ca/telling-truth-revolutionary-act/5684552

Colombia Gov't Bails out Banks for Dissolved Odebrecht Project
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-25
The Colombian government said Wednesday it will bail out an Odebrecht-backed consortium in Colombia with the amount of 1.2 billion pesos, US$378 million. | RELATED: | Colombia: Duque's Party Proposes Law to Allow Convicted Politicians to Appeal | The money will be paid to seven banks that lent the capital for a national highway project which, due to the company's major corruption scandal and subsequent loss of funds, is being scrapped. | Minister of Transportation…
telesurenglish.net/news/Colombia-Govt-Bails-out-Banks-for-Dissolved-Odebrecht-Project-20190724-0032.html

Colombia Gov't Bails out Banks for Dissolved Odebrecht Project
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-25
The Colombian government said Wednesday it will bail out an Odebrecht-backed consortium in Colombia with the amount of 1.2 billion pesos, US$378 million. | RELATED: | Colombia: Duque's Party Proposes Law to Allow Convicted Politicians to Appeal | The money will be paid to seven banks that lent the capital for a national highway project which, due to the company's major corruption scandal and subsequent loss of funds, is being scrapped. | Minister of Transportation…
telesurenglish.net/news/Colombia-Govt-Bails-out-Banks-for-Dissolved-Odebrecht-Project-20190724-0032.html

US Puppet Wants Help Making Thailand Like America
Tony Cartalucci | globalresearch.ca | 2019-07-25
The US is involved in regime change worldwide — from Venezuela in South America, to Ukraine in Eastern Europe, to Syria in the Middle East, to Afghanistan in Central Asia. | But these headline-grabbing wars, coups, color revolutions, and interventions are …
globalresearch.ca/us-puppet-wants-help-making-thailand-like-america/5684556

Western Media Losing Enthusiasm for Failing Coup in Venezuela
Lucas Koerner, Ricardo Vaz | commondreams.org | 2019-07-24
commondreams.org/sites/default/files/styles/cd_special_coverage/public/views-article/thumbs/cbc-guaido-headshot.png

Venezuela Recovers From Blackout as Guaido 'Approves' Military Treaty Reincorporation
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-24
Caracas blamed the blackout on an "electromagnetic attack" while recovery was faster than before.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14599

Venezuela defeats new power sabotage in hours
Gloria La Riva | liberationnews.org | 2019-07-24
This is the third major attempt by the United States and internal counterrevolutionaries to try to destroy the power system, the first being March 7-12 and the second from March 23 to April 4. There have been hundreds of terrorist attacks on the power lines.
liberationnews.org/venezuela-defeats-new-power-sabotage-in-hours/

Maduro Declares Army Drills to Defend Venezuelan Sovereignty
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-24
To mark the birthday of Simon Bolivar, President Nicolas Maduro announced the start of new military exercises so as to strengthen the country's efforts to defend their sovereignty, amid increasing U.S. aggression. | RELATED: | Venezuela Denounces New Incursion by US Aircraft | "I give the order for the start of the Simon Bolivar Liberation Campaign Military Exercises 2019, operations for the defense of our seas, our rivers, our airspace and the entire territory of the Bolivarian Republic of…
telesurenglish.net/news/On-Simon-Bolivars-Birthday-Maduro-Announces-Military-Exercises-to-Defend-Venezuelan-Sovereignty-20190724-0009.html

What the UN Report Gets Right–and Wrong–About the Crisis in Venezuela
Gabriel Hetland | thenation.com | 2019-07-24
What the UN Report Gets Right–and Wrong–About the Crisis in Venezuela…
thenation.com/article/ohchr-venezuela-bachelet-un/

FRSO sends delegation to the Sao Paolo Forum
Fight Back | fightbacknews.org | 2019-07-23
Caracas, Venezuela – From July 25 to 28, delegates from the Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO) will be participating in the 25th Sao Paolo Forum, held this year in Caracas, Venezuela. Over 1000 delegates from around the world will be attending, under the slogan "For Peace, Sovereignty and the Prosperity of the People: Unity, Struggle, Combat and Victory!" | The FRSO delegation will be led by Tom Burke, the Organization Secretary of Freedom Road. | Much has happened since the Sao Paolo Forum first began in 1994. At that time, the international left was trying to summate the overthrow of the Soviet Union a…
www.fightbacknews.org/2019/7/23/frso-sends-delegation-sao-paolo-forum

Western Media Losing Enthusiasm for Failing Coup in Venezuela
Lucas Koerner | fair.org | 2019-07-23
When previously unknown Venezuelan opposition politician Juan Guaidó stood up in an East Caracas plaza and declared himself "interim president" of the South American country, Western corporate media were ebullient. | In those heady early days, corporate journalists could scarcely conceal their love affair with the 35-year-old politician, whom they likened to Barack Obama (CNN, 2/7/19) and described as a "freedom fighter" (Fox Business, 1/29/19)…
fair.org/home/western-media-losing-enthusiasm-for-failing-coup-in-venezuela/

Non-Aligned Movement Condemns US Sanctions Against Venezuela
Paul Dobson | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-23
The 120-member movement held a ministerial meeting in Caracas as a US spy jet reportedly violated Venezuelan airspace.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14596

Chicago Teachers show solidarity in Venezuela
Fight Back | fightbacknews.org | 2019-07-23
Caracas, Venezuela – A delegation of members from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) arrived in Caracas, Venezuela last week. Their goals were to learn what they could from Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution, exchange views on effective education and to show solidarity with the students, teachers and social movements of Venezuela. | The trip falls on the heels of a union resolution that was passed by the CTU Executive Board and House of Delegates. The resolution calls for an end to U.S. intervention in Venezuela. Delegation member and CTU Area Vice President Sarah Chambers explains, "Through major economic hardships…
www.fightbacknews.org/2019/7/23/chicago-teachers-show-solidarity-venezuela

Nationwide Blackout in Venezuela, Third since March — VA's on the Ground Coverage Affected
venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-23
A government communique states that the probable cause was an "electromagnetic attack."
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14595

"Electromagnetic Attack" Sparks Massive Blackouts Across Venezuela
Tyler Durden | theantimedia.com | 2019-07-23
(ZH) — Widespread power blackouts were first reported on Monday evening across 15 Venezuelan states and Caracas, as per a report from Reuters Caracas newsroom. Central #Caracas (#Chacao) right now #apagón #blackout #Venezuela pic.twitter.com/6Pvp3QdPPW — Adriano Mérola Marotta (@AdrianoMerola) July 22, 2019 Venezuelan information minister Jorge Rodrigues said an "electromagnetic attack caused the nationwide blackout" and power companies along with …

Electromagnetic Attack Venezuela

US Openly Pushes for Overthrow of Elected Government in Venezuela
John Rachel | dissidentvoice.org | 2019-07-23
In one concise statement, Dan Kovalik sums up the criminal — if self-serving and for now effective — foreign policy of the U.S. across the planet: The US appears to be intentionally spreading chaos throughout strategic portions of the world, leaving virtually no independent state standing to protect their resources, especially oil, from Western exploitation. And, this goal is …
dissidentvoice.org/2019/07/us-openly-pushes-for-overthrow-of-elected-government-in-venezuela/

A book review of 'The Plot to Overthrow Venezuela'
Mike Kuhlenbeck | workers.org | 2019-07-21
The latest book by human rights attorney Dan Kovalik, "The Plot to Overthrow Venezuela," is a critical primer on the U.S. government's efforts to sabotage the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and the future of its people. This is the fourth title in Kovalik's "Plot" series, starting with "The Plot to . . . | Continue reading A book review of 'The Plot to Overthrow Venezuela' at Workers.org
workers.org/2019/07/21/a-book-review-of-the-plot-to-overthrow-venezuela/

'Firmly united' Security Council can bolster Colombia's efforts to secure lasting peace, says UN envoy
United Nations | un.org | 2019-07-19
The Colombian peace process is an outstanding example of how much support the United Nations can provide when the Security Council is 'firmly united', a senior UN envoy said on Friday, calling for the 15-member body's continued commitment as the country works to overcome secure lasting peace.
news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2019/07/1042941

Friday's Daily Brief: solidarity with Japan, call for DR Congo support, family-friendly workplaces, hottest June ever, Venezuela and Afghanistan updates
United Nations | un.org | 2019-07-19
In today's Daily Brief: UN stands in solidarity with Japan; avoid panic over DR Congo Ebola emergency; 'transformative shift' needed towards family-friendly work policies; hottest June EVER; Venezuelan migrant dangers; stop targeting Afghanistan civilians call.
news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2019/07/1042911

Venezuela: Trump diverts Central America aid to Guaido as EU threatens more sanctions
susan_p | greenleft.org.au | 2019-07-19
Juan Guaido's team is receiving over US$40 million through USAID to fund salaries, travel, training, propaganda and technical assistance.
greenleft.org.au/content/venezuela-trump-diverts-central-america-aid-guaido-eu-threatens-more-sanctions

Venezuela: Guaido's bodyguards arrested as Barbados talks resume
susan_p | greenleft.org.au | 2019-07-19
Three men linked to self-declared "Interim President" Juan Guaido were arrested on July 12, while allegedly selling weapons stolen during the failed April 30 putsch.
greenleft.org.au/content/venezuela-guaidos-bodyguards-arrested-barbados-talks-resume

Venezuela: Trump Diverts Central America Aid to Guaido as EU Threatens More Sanctions
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-18
Guaido's team is receiving over $40 million to fund salaries, travel, training, propaganda and technical assistance.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14592

Venezuelan Campesinos Released After Security Forces Raid
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-17
A prompt mobilization from popular movements managed to secure their release.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14590

UPDATED: Venezuela: Guaido Bodyguards Arrested as Barbados Talks Resume
Paul Dobson | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-15
The self-declared "Interim President" claimed his men were victims of a "set up."
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14587

UN Human Rights Council Adopts Resolution Rejecting US Sanctions
TeleSur English | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-15
The draft resolution was approved with 28 votes in favor, 14 against and five abstentions, and was presented by Venezuela and Palestine on behalf of the Movement of Non-aligned Countries.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14585

The Glaring Holes in Michelle Bachelet's Venezuela Human Rights Report
Roger D. Harris | mintpressnews.com | 2019-07-12
UN High Commissioner on Human Rights Michelle Bachelet's report on Venezuela echoes the US government's talking points, which are designed to terminate the two-decade-old Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela. The report fails to acknowledge Venezuela's manifest accomplishments or even recognize victims of US-backed right-wing violence in Venezuela. The US economic war against Venezuela, US threats of a "military option," and opposition violence are treated in the Bachelet report as figments of the imagination, "alleged internal and external threats." | Mean…
mintpressnews.com/glaring-holes-michelle-bachelet-venezuela-human-rights-report/260552/

The Glaring Holes in Michelle Bachelet's Venezuela Human Rights Report
Roger D. Harris | mintpressnews.com | 2019-07-12
UN High Commissioner on Human Rights Michelle Bachelet's report on Venezuela echoes the US government's talking points, which are designed to terminate the two-decade-old Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela. The report fails to acknowledge Venezuela's manifest accomplishments or even recognize victims of US-backed right-wing violence in Venezuela. The US economic war against Venezuela, US threats of a "military option," and opposition violence are treated in the Bachelet report as figments of the imagination, "alleged internal and external threats." | Mean…
mintpressnews.com/glaring-holes-michelle-bachelet-venezuela-human-rights-report/260552/

Venezuela: 'Progress' Reported in Gov't-Opposition Talks as US Sanctions Counter-Intelligence Agency
Lucas Koerner and Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-12
The agenda of the talks has not been disclosed but the topic of elections is reportedly being left for last.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14584

Venezuela: Oil Output Stagnant as Inflation Continues Slowdown
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-11
The Venezuelan economy has now had four consecutive months without hyperinflation.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14582

Norway, Bachelet, and the Twilight of Guaido's Insurrection
Ociel Alí López | mintpressnews.com | 2019-07-10
Venezuelanalysis — Guaido's uprising is going through its terminal phrase. He does not yet appear to have reached his end as leader, as he still produces and consolidates an important consensus among the opposition. What has decisively failed is his attempt to form a government without elections with the backing of the hawks in Washington. In almost six months since his self-swearing in as "interim president," it has become palpable that his governing is truly impossible. The coup de grace was de…
mintpressnews.com/venezuela-bachelet-twilight-juan-guaido-insurrection/260274/

Venezuela: Dialogue Resumes in Barbados as Guaido Vows to Return to US-led Military Pact
Lucas Koerner and Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-08
Self-proclaimed "Interim President" walked back promises not to sit down with the government.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14577

'We're worse than Venezuela!': Hondurans in US-backed regime speak out
Max Blumenthal | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-08
Average Hondurans in the capital Tegucigalpa's central park tell Max Blumenthal their humanitarian crisis is much worse than Venezuela's. The…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/08/worse-than-venezuela-hondurans-us-backed-regime/

Venezuelan Government Slams 'Biased' UN Human Rights Report
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-07
Despite recognizing the negative impact of US sanctions, the report contains no recommendation for the measures to be lifted.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14575

'Weaponizing human rights': UN chief Bachelet's Venezuela report follows US regime change script
Anya Parampil | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-06
Former UN special rapporteur Alfred de Zayas slams UN High Commissioner Bachelet's report on Venezuela as a politicized collection of…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/06/weaponizing-human-rights-un-high-commissioner-bachelets-venezuela-report-follows-us-regime-change-script/

OPEC Speaks Out Against Venezuelan Oil Embargo as PDVSA Reroutes Exports to Asia
Paul Dobson | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-03
Unofficial data also indicates that oil production has climbed 26 percent in June to 1.1 million barrels per day.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14570

US Sanctions Maduro's Son as Venezuela Discussed at G20
Paul Dobson | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-01
Russian President Vladimir Putin challenged Juan Guaido to run in elections while Trump said he has "five different alternatives for Venezuela."
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14565

UPDATED: Venezuelan Navy Captain Dies in State Custody, Maduro Orders Investigation
Lucas Koerner | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-06-30
Acosta had been linked to an alleged coup plot in which he discussed assassinating President Nicolas Maduro.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14563

Venezuelan Government Claims New Coup Plot Foiled
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-06-27
Plans allegedly included the assassination of President Maduro.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14560

Abrams Welcomes Venezuela's Former Intelligence Chief to the US, Reaffirms Trump's Commitment to Ousting Maduro
Paul Dobson | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-06-26
The press conference came as the Venezuelan military called for respect from those looking to fracture it.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14559

UN Human Rights Head Visits Venezuela, Meets Maduro and Guaido
Paul Dobson | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-06-24
Michelle Bachelet commented on access to food and medicine, allegations of political prisoners, and the impact of sanctions, among other issues.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14554