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Venezuelan Assembly Targets Opposition with Severe Sanctions Law

The Venezuelan National Assembly passed a law criminalizing support for U.S. sanctions, threatening political dissenters with long prison sentences and property seizure.

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Updated: Nov 28th, 2024, 6:04 PM ET

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Venezuela's National Assembly has approved a law declaring support for U.S. economic sanctions a crime against humanity. The law includes severe penalties for dissenters, including banning them from office for decades and potential imprisonment. This move follows recent tensions after a disputed presidential election amid rising opposition protests and U.S. sanctions. Political leaders like Maria Corina Machado and Edmundo Gonzalez face significant risks, while the U.S. continues to impose sanctions targeting Venezuelan officials. The law appears to be a strategic effort by the Maduro government to quell dissent and strengthen its power.

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