Daily Archives: July 28, 2019

2019-07-28: News Headlines

Max Blumenthal (2019-07-28). How Joe Biden's privatization plans helped doom Latin America and fuel the migration crisis. thegrayzone.com On the campaign trail, Joe Biden has boasted of his role in transforming Colombia and Central America through ambitious economic…

Anya Parampil (2019-07-28). "We are the vaccine against unilateralism": The Non-Aligned Movement gathers in Venezuela to resist the dictatorship of the dollar. thegrayzone.com The Grayzone reports from the 2019 Non-Aligned Movement, where delegates from over 120 nations offered a crucial endorsement of Venezuelan…

teleSUR (2019-07-28). Latin American Leaders Remember Hugo Chavez on His Birthday. telesurenglish.net Latin American presidents and leaders issued statements Sunday marking the birthday anniversary of late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez,, highlighting his legacy in the region and the world. | President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro stressed that Chavez's legacy is still alive within the South American country. | "65 years of love Commander! We celebrate your life reaffirming the loyalty and commitment you sowed in us. We will defend how you taught us, the happiness of the people you loved so much. Thank you, teacher, for guiding us in the struggle of every day. Chavez is today, live action! "he President Madu…

teleSUR (2019-07-28). Gold Miners Kill Indigenous Leader in Brazilian Amazon. telesurenglish.net A remote Indigenous reserve in the Brazilian Amazon was invaded by gold miners Saturday after they murdered Emyra Wajapi, a community leader whose body was found Wednesday. | RELATED: | Awa Tribe Contact in Brazil Shows Increased Amazon Logging | Around 50 miners invaded the 600,000-hectare Mariri village as the Wajapi Indigenous community fled in fear to the bigger village of Aramira. The village chief Viseni Wajapi said they were attacked by the miners. "They killed a Wajapi lead…

teleSUR (2019-07-28). Peru President Vizcarra Calls Early Elections for 2020. telesurenglish.net Peru's President Martin Vizcarra announced Sunday that his country would bring forward legislative and presidential elections, cutting his term short one year early, a measure he says to end "institutional crisis" after Congress declined to approve all the requested political reforms. | RELATED: | Peru: Doctors, Health Workers Begin Nationwide Strike | Vizcarr…

Brasil Solidarity Network & others (2019-07-28). Rally: Defend the Amazon & Support Brasil's Indigenous Women's March! indybay.org Brazilian Consulate, 300 Montgomery St, San Francisco 94104-1901…

teleSUR -EF (2019-07-27). Venezuela: High Court Rejects Guaido's TIAR Attempt. telesurenglish.net Venezuela's Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) has nullified the National Assembly's attempt to reinstate the nation in the Inter-American Treaty of Reciprocal Assistance (TIAR), calling the move "an assault on the rule of law and the power of the Venezuelan people." | RELATED: | Venezuela: Thousands March in Solidarity at Sao Paulo Forum | TSJ Vice President Juan Jose Mendoza told the chamber that the measure made by the National Assembly, already in contempt of the high court si…

Nino Pagliccia (2019-07-27). The Caracas Manifesto: Proposal and Promise at the Sao Paulo Forum 2019. globalresearch.ca The 25th Annual Meeting of the Sao Paulo Forum is taking place July 25-28 in Caracas, Venezuela. The first meeting was held in 1990 in Sà£o Paulo, Brazil, with 48 political organizations and social movements led by Fidel Castro…

teleSUR (2019-07-27). First Colombian Wins Tour de France, Youngest Winner Since 1909. telesurenglish.net With only one race left to complete, cyclist Egan Bernal, 22, is expected to become 2019's Tour de France winner, setting records as Colombia's first and the world's youngest winner since 1909. | RELATED: | Ecuadorean Richard Carapaz Wins Giro d'Italia | Calculated by the overall performance, the young cyclist has outshined his competition as they all pedalled around France and are nearing their final destination: Paris. | The youngest race champion in 110 years, the Team Ineos rider retained t…

teleSUR -EF (2019-07-27). Bolsonaro: Greenwald 'May be Imprisoned', Journalist Says ' No'. telesurenglish.net Indignation broke out across Brazil after President Jair Bolsonaro commented that United States journalist Glenn Greenwald "may be imprisoned" for publishing information in The Intercept Brazil that incriminates the nation's Justice Minister Sergio Moro. | RELATED: | Bolsonaro's Phone Hacked, Brazil Police Make Arrests | The comments of the ultra-right president were condemned by opposition politicians and journalist associations that accused him of "serious aggression against freedom of…

Ricardo Vaz (2019-07-26). Venezuela recovers from blackout as Guaido 'approves' military treaty reincorporation. mronline.org Caracas blamed the blackout on an "electromagnetic attack" while recovery was faster than before. | Source

teleSUR (2019-07-26). 100s of Cities Around World Join to 'Defend Peace in Colombia'. telesurenglish.net Over 100 cities around the world held demonstrations Friday to support Colombian social organizations that are demanding President Ivan Duque guarantee the safety of human rights defenders and social activists. | RELATED: | UN Visits Colombia to Review Failing Peace Accord | "In Colombia, workers have always sought that governments guarantee the right to the exerc…

teleSUR (2019-07-26). Colombia: Ex-Farc Killed, Justice Protests Staged Around World. telesurenglish.net Six bullets ended the life of a former guerrilla of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) Thursday night, Colombian police reported Friday. | RELATED: | 100s of Cities Around World Join to 'Defend Peace in Colombia' | Carlos Alberto Montaño Mosquera was ambushed outside a welding workshop in Cali, Valle del Cauca by armed men riding motorcycles. | "It all happened when a subject arrived on a motorcycle, called him to the front yard and triggered six shots," said Sant…

Reese Erlich (2019-07-26). Foreign Correspondent: Elizabeth Warren on War and Peace. progressive.org Warren's troubling foreign policy history includes uncritical support of Israel, supporting sanctions on Venezuela, and vilifying Russia and China as national security threats. But her views are also evolving.

teleSUR (2019-07-26). US Renews Chevron License in Venezuela Despite Trump Sanctions. telesurenglish.net The Trump administration ‚Äã‚Äã‚Äã‚Äãrenewed Friday Chevron Corp's license for three months to drill for oil in Venezuela, contradicting strict and illegal economic and oil sanctions by the White House against the Bolivarian government. | RELATED: | Venezuela Decries Latest US Sanction on Food System | The Treasury Department renewed the drilling license through Oct. 25 for Chevron, the last U.S. oil company operating…

teleSUR -EF (2019-07-26). Uruguay: We Won't Vote for Luis Almagro as OAS Leader. telesurenglish.net Uruguay's government says it won't support a re-election bid from its own Luis Almagro as Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS). | RELATED: | Almagro Against Venezuela Dialogue, in Favor of Use of Force | During a Friday press conference, Uruguayan Foreign Minister Rodolfo Nin Novoa, told reporters: "We do not support the re-election of Dr. Almagro. We believe that he has lost the conditions to be a secretary general. He who holds that position must seek t…

teleSUR (2019-07-26). Brazil: Minister Moro Seeks Deportation of Glenn Greenwald. telesurenglish.net Brazil's Justice Minister Sergio Moro signed a decree Friday limiting the legal stay of foreigners in the country under criminal investigation, or labeled "dangerous" by Brazilian or foreign intelligence services. | RELATED: | Bolsonaro's Phone Hacked, Brazil Police Make Arrests | Coincidentally, decree number 666 can be used against Glenn Greenwald, the U.S. journalist living over a decade in B…

Andrew Fishman (2019-07-26). Brazilian Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Gave Secret Talk to Bankers and Took Money From a Company He Was Investigating. theintercept.com Deltan Dallagnol, the coordinator of Brazil's Car Wash prosecutors, gave speeches to bankers organized by XP Investimentos and the big-data firm Neoway.

teleSUR (2019-07-26). Bolivia: Jaguars New Face of Anti-Animal Trafficking Campaign. telesurenglish.net Jaguars will now be Bolivia's symbol in the fight against wildlife trafficking, officials confirmed Thursday at the "International Seminar Against Illegal Wildlife Trafficking" held in Santa Cruz this week. | RELATED: | Manmade Ruin Adds 7,000 Species to Endangered 'Red List' | "The jaguar is now an emblem and symbol of the strength and courage of the Latin…

susan_p (2019-07-26). No war on Venezuela, lift the sanctions. greenleft.org.au The following open letter to the Australian government, signed by a number of academics, unionists and solidarity activists and groups, was released on July 27.

teleSUR (2019-07-26). Chilean Women Protesters Come Under Attack From Fascist Groups. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, thousands remained in the streets of Santiago, Valparaiso and other Chilean cities in order participate in the "March for an Unrestricted, Safe and Free of Charge Abortion," a nationwide initiative which was the target of misogynistic attacks that unleashed strong protests. | RELATED: | Chile Removes Statue of Limitations on Child Sex Abuse | "The march was overshadowed by two situations. One was a counter demonstration aimed at disqualifying women's legitimate rights and…

Gloria La Riva (2019-07-25). 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 (2019-07-25). Venezuela: US Sanctions Target Subsidized Food Program as Foro de Sao Paulo Kicks Off. venezuelanalysis.com Washington has targeted companies and individuals it alleges are profiteering from the CLAP food initiative.

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.

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…

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…

Aaron Maté (2019-07-23). US meddling in Venezuela "completely wrongheaded," ex-advisor to Maduro rival says. thegrayzone.com Francisco Rodríguez, a leading Venezuelan economist, warns that U.S. sanctions on Venezuela could cause "hundreds of thousands" of deaths. A…

Aaron Maté (2019-07-23). US sanctions threaten famine in Venezuela, leading economist warns. thegrayzone.com Top Venezuelan economist Francisco Rodríguez says the Trump administration's sanctions have cost Venezuela $16.9 billion per year — and caused…

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.

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 …

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."

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)…

Staff (2019-07-22). Ecuador Takes Harmful IMF Loan, Even Though it Doesn't Need it. therealnews.com According to an analysis of the Center for Economic and Policy Analysis, Ecuador's recent IMF loan of $4.2 billion comes with strings that will hurt economic growth. Ecuador doesn't even need the loan, says the report's co-author, Andrés Arauz…

Glenn Greenwald (2019-07-21). In Secret Chats, Brazil's Chief Corruption Prosecutor Worried That Bolsonaro's Justice Minister Would Protect President's Son From Scandals. theintercept.com Federal prosecutors privately agreed that there is "no doubt" Flávio Bolsonaro engaged in corruption as a state representative, but little has been done.

unitedEditor (2019-07-20). Why did Argentina declare Hezbollah a terrorist group? uwidata.com Argentina has officially declared Hezbollah a terrorist organization. The declaration created a considerable amount of controversy given the strong feelings on the issue in various countries. Background Argentina has received more immigrants than any other Latin American nation. While they are mostly of European origin, many have also come from Syria and Lebanon. There are …

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.

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.

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.

2019-07-28: Social Media Postees

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"We are the vaccine against unilateralism": The Non-Aligned Movement gathers in Venezuela to resist the dictatorship of the dollar
Anya Parampil | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-28
The Grayzone reports from the 2019 Non-Aligned Movement, where delegates from over 120 nations offered a crucial endorsement of Venezuelan…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/28/we-are-the-vaccine-against-unilateralism-the-non-aligned-movement-gathers-in-venezuela-to-resist-the-dictatorship-of-the-dollar/

How Joe Biden's privatization plans helped doom Latin America and fuel the migration crisis
Max Blumenthal | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-28
On the campaign trail, Joe Biden has boasted of his role in transforming Colombia and Central America through ambitious economic…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/28/biden-privatization-plan-colombia-honduras-migration/

"We are the vaccine against unilateralism": The Non-Aligned Movement gathers in Venezuela to resist the dictatorship of the dollar
Anya Parampil | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-28
The Grayzone reports from the 2019 Non-Aligned Movement, where delegates from over 120 nations offered a crucial endorsement of Venezuelan…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/28/we-are-the-vaccine-against-unilateralism-the-non-aligned-movement-gathers-in-venezuela-to-resist-the-dictatorship-of-the-dollar/

Latin American Leaders Remember Hugo Chavez on His Birthday
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-28
Latin American presidents and leaders issued statements Sunday marking the birthday anniversary of late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez,, highlighting his legacy in the region and the world. | President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro stressed that Chavez's legacy is still alive within the South American country. | "65 years of love Commander! We celebrate your life reaffirming the loyalty and commitment you sowed in us. We will defend how you taught us, the happiness of the people you loved so much. Thank you, teacher, for guiding us in the struggle of every day. Chavez is today, live action! "he President Madu…
telesurenglish.net/news/Latin-American-Presidents-Figures-Celebrate-Hugo-Chavezs-Legacy-on-His-Birthday-20190728-0004.html

Latin American Leaders Remember Hugo Chavez on His Birthday
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-28
Latin American presidents and leaders issued statements Sunday marking the birthday anniversary of late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez,, highlighting his legacy in the region and the world. | President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro stressed that Chavez's legacy is still alive within the South American country. | "65 years of love Commander! We celebrate your life reaffirming the loyalty and commitment you sowed in us. We will defend how you taught us, the happiness of the people you loved so much. Thank you, teacher, for guiding us in the struggle of every day. Chavez is today, live action! "he President Madu…
telesurenglish.net/news/Latin-American-Presidents-Figures-Celebrate-Hugo-Chavezs-Legacy-on-His-Birthday-20190728-0004.html

Gold Miners Kill Indigenous Leader in Brazilian Amazon
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-28
A remote Indigenous reserve in the Brazilian Amazon was invaded by gold miners Saturday after they murdered Emyra Wajapi, a community leader whose body was found Wednesday. | RELATED: | Awa Tribe Contact in Brazil Shows Increased Amazon Logging | Around 50 miners invaded the 600,000-hectare Mariri village as the Wajapi Indigenous community fled in fear to the bigger village of Aramira. The village chief Viseni Wajapi said they were attacked by the miners. "They killed a Wajapi lead…
telesurenglish.net/news/brazil-indigenous-wajapi-gold-miners-invade-village-social-leader-killed-20190728-0003.html

Gold Miners Kill Indigenous Leader in Brazilian Amazon
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-28
A remote Indigenous reserve in the Brazilian Amazon was invaded by gold miners Saturday after they murdered Emyra Wajapi, a community leader whose body was found Wednesday. | RELATED: | Awa Tribe Contact in Brazil Shows Increased Amazon Logging | Around 50 miners invaded the 600,000-hectare Mariri village as the Wajapi Indigenous community fled in fear to the bigger village of Aramira. The village chief Viseni Wajapi said they were attacked by the miners. "They killed a Wajapi lead…
telesurenglish.net/news/brazil-indigenous-wajapi-gold-miners-invade-village-social-leader-killed-20190728-0003.html

Peru President Vizcarra Calls Early Elections for 2020
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-28
Peru's President Martin Vizcarra announced Sunday that his country would bring forward legislative and presidential elections, cutting his term short one year early, a measure he says to end "institutional crisis" after Congress declined to approve all the requested political reforms. | RELATED: | Peru: Doctors, Health Workers Begin Nationwide Strike | Vizcarr…
telesurenglish.net/news/Peru-President-Vizcarra-Calls-Early-Elections-for-2020-20190728-0007.html

Rally: Defend the Amazon & Support Brasil's Indigenous Women's March!
Brasil Solidarity Network & others | indybay.org | 2019-07-28
Brazilian Consulate, 300 Montgomery St, San Francisco 94104-1901…
indybay.org/newsitems/2019/07/25/18824996.php

The Caracas Manifesto: Proposal and Promise at the Sao Paulo Forum 2019
Nino Pagliccia | globalresearch.ca | 2019-07-27
The 25th Annual Meeting of the Sao Paulo Forum is taking place July 25-28 in Caracas, Venezuela. The first meeting was held in 1990 in Sà£o Paulo, Brazil, with 48 political organizations and social movements led by Fidel Castro…
globalresearch.ca/caracas-manifesto-proposal-promise-sao-paulo-forum-2019/5684703

Venezuela: High Court Rejects Guaido's TIAR Attempt
teleSUR -EF | telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-27
Venezuela's Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) has nullified the National Assembly's attempt to reinstate the nation in the Inter-American Treaty of Reciprocal Assistance (TIAR), calling the move "an assault on the rule of law and the power of the Venezuelan people." | RELATED: | Venezuela: Thousands March in Solidarity at Sao Paulo Forum | TSJ Vice President Juan Jose Mendoza told the chamber that the measure made by the National Assembly, already in contempt of the high court si…
telesurenglish.net/news/Venezuela-High-Court-Rejects-Guaidos-TIAR-Attempt-20190727-0015.html

Venezuela: High Court Rejects Guaido's TIAR Attempt
teleSUR -EF | telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-27
Venezuela's Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ) has nullified the National Assembly's attempt to reinstate the nation in the Inter-American Treaty of Reciprocal Assistance (TIAR), calling the move "an assault on the rule of law and the power of the Venezuelan people." | RELATED: | Venezuela: Thousands March in Solidarity at Sao Paulo Forum | TSJ Vice President Juan Jose Mendoza told the chamber that the measure made by the National Assembly, already in contempt of the high court si…
telesurenglish.net/news/Venezuela-High-Court-Rejects-Guaidos-TIAR-Attempt-20190727-0015.html

First Colombian Wins Tour de France, Youngest Winner Since 1909
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-27
With only one race left to complete, cyclist Egan Bernal, 22, is expected to become 2019's Tour de France winner, setting records as Colombia's first and the world's youngest winner since 1909. | RELATED: | Ecuadorean Richard Carapaz Wins Giro d'Italia | Calculated by the overall performance, the young cyclist has outshined his competition as they all pedalled around France and are nearing their final destination: Paris. | The youngest race champion in 110 years, the Team Ineos rider retained t…
telesurenglish.net/news/First-Colombian-Wins-Tour-de-France-Youngest-Winner-Since-1909-20190727-0013.html

Bolsonaro: Greenwald 'May be Imprisoned', Journalist Says ' No'
teleSUR -EF | telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-27
Indignation broke out across Brazil after President Jair Bolsonaro commented that United States journalist Glenn Greenwald "may be imprisoned" for publishing information in The Intercept Brazil that incriminates the nation's Justice Minister Sergio Moro. | RELATED: | Bolsonaro's Phone Hacked, Brazil Police Make Arrests | The comments of the ultra-right president were condemned by opposition politicians and journalist associations that accused him of "serious aggression against freedom of…
telesurenglish.net/news/Bolsonaro-Greenwald-May-be-Imprisoned-Journalist-Says–No-20190727-0016.html

Foreign Correspondent: Elizabeth Warren on War and Peace
Reese Erlich | progressive.org | 2019-07-26
Warren's troubling foreign policy history includes uncritical support of Israel, supporting sanctions on Venezuela, and vilifying Russia and China as national security threats. But her views are also evolving.
progressive.org/dispatches/foreign-correspondent-elizabeth-warren-on-war-and-peace-erlich-190726/

Colombia: Ex-Farc Killed, Justice Protests Staged Around World
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
Six bullets ended the life of a former guerrilla of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) Thursday night, Colombian police reported Friday. | RELATED: | 100s of Cities Around World Join to 'Defend Peace in Colombia' | Carlos Alberto Montaño Mosquera was ambushed outside a welding workshop in Cali, Valle del Cauca by armed men riding motorcycles. | "It all happened when a subject arrived on a motorcycle, called him to the front yard and triggered six shots," said Sant…
telesurenglish.net/news/Colombia-Ex-Farc-Killed-Justice-Protests-Staged-Around-World-20190726-0014.html

100s of Cities Around World Join to 'Defend Peace in Colombia'
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
Over 100 cities around the world held demonstrations Friday to support Colombian social organizations that are demanding President Ivan Duque guarantee the safety of human rights defenders and social activists. | RELATED: | UN Visits Colombia to Review Failing Peace Accord | "In Colombia, workers have always sought that governments guarantee the right to the exerc…
telesurenglish.net/news/100s-of-Cities-Around-World-Join-to-Defend-Peace-in-Colombia-20190726-0007.html

Venezuela recovers from blackout as Guaido 'approves' military treaty reincorporation
Ricardo Vaz | mronline.org | 2019-07-26
Caracas blamed the blackout on an "electromagnetic attack" while recovery was faster than before. | Source…
mronline.org/2019/07/26/venezuela-recovers-from-blackout-as-guaido-approves-military-treaty-reincorporation/

Uruguay: We Won't Vote for Luis Almagro as OAS Leader
teleSUR -EF | telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
Uruguay's government says it won't support a re-election bid from its own Luis Almagro as Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS). | RELATED: | Almagro Against Venezuela Dialogue, in Favor of Use of Force | During a Friday press conference, Uruguayan Foreign Minister Rodolfo Nin Novoa, told reporters: "We do not support the re-election of Dr. Almagro. We believe that he has lost the conditions to be a secretary general. He who holds that position must seek t…
telesurenglish.net/news/Uruguay-We-Wont-Vote-for-Luis-Almagro-as-OAS-Leader-20190726-0015.html

US Renews Chevron License in Venezuela Despite Trump Sanctions
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
The Trump administration ‚Äã‚Äã‚Äã‚Äãrenewed Friday Chevron Corp's license for three months to drill for oil in Venezuela, contradicting strict and illegal economic and oil sanctions by the White House against the Bolivarian government. | RELATED: | Venezuela Decries Latest US Sanction on Food System | The Treasury Department renewed the drilling license through Oct. 25 for Chevron, the last U.S. oil company operating…
telesurenglish.net/news/US-Renews-Chevron-License-in-Venezuela-Despite-Trump-Sanctions-20190726-0017.html

Brazil: Minister Moro Seeks Deportation of Glenn Greenwald
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
Brazil's Justice Minister Sergio Moro signed a decree Friday limiting the legal stay of foreigners in the country under criminal investigation, or labeled "dangerous" by Brazilian or foreign intelligence services. | RELATED: | Bolsonaro's Phone Hacked, Brazil Police Make Arrests | Coincidentally, decree number 666 can be used against Glenn Greenwald, the U.S. journalist living over a decade in B…
telesurenglish.net/news/Brazil-Minister-Moro-Seeks-Deportation-of-Glenn-Greenwald-20190726-0010.html

Brazilian Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Gave Secret Talk to Bankers and Took Money From a Company He Was Investigating
Andrew Fishman | theintercept.com | 2019-07-26
Deltan Dallagnol, the coordinator of Brazil's Car Wash prosecutors, gave speeches to bankers organized by XP Investimentos and the big-data firm Neoway.
theintercept.com/2019/07/26/brazil-car-wash-deltan-dallagnol-paid-speaking/

Bolivia: Jaguars New Face of Anti-Animal Trafficking Campaign
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
Jaguars will now be Bolivia's symbol in the fight against wildlife trafficking, officials confirmed Thursday at the "International Seminar Against Illegal Wildlife Trafficking" held in Santa Cruz this week. | RELATED: | Manmade Ruin Adds 7,000 Species to Endangered 'Red List' | "The jaguar is now an emblem and symbol of the strength and courage of the Latin…
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Bolivia: Jaguars New Face of Anti-Animal Trafficking Campaign
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
Jaguars will now be Bolivia's symbol in the fight against wildlife trafficking, officials confirmed Thursday at the "International Seminar Against Illegal Wildlife Trafficking" held in Santa Cruz this week. | RELATED: | Manmade Ruin Adds 7,000 Species to Endangered 'Red List' | "The jaguar is now an emblem and symbol of the strength and courage of the Latin…
telesurenglish.net/news/Bolivia-Jaguars-New-Face-of-Anti-Animal-Trafficking-Campaign-20190726-0018.html

Chilean Women Protesters Come Under Attack From Fascist Groups
telesurenglish.net | 2019-07-26
On Thursday, thousands remained in the streets of Santiago, Valparaiso and other Chilean cities in order participate in the "March for an Unrestricted, Safe and Free of Charge Abortion," a nationwide initiative which was the target of misogynistic attacks that unleashed strong protests. | RELATED: | Chile Removes Statue of Limitations on Child Sex Abuse | "The march was overshadowed by two situations. One was a counter demonstration aimed at disqualifying women's legitimate rights and…
telesurenglish.net/news/Chilean-Women-Protesters-Come-Under-Attack-From-Fascist-Groups-20190726-0005.html

No war on Venezuela, lift the sanctions
susan_p | greenleft.org.au | 2019-07-26
The following open letter to the Australian government, signed by a number of academics, unionists and solidarity activists and groups, was released on July 27.
greenleft.org.au/content/no-war-venezuela-lift-sanctions

Venezuela defeats new power sabotage in hours
Gloria La Riva | liberationnews.org | 2019-07-25
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/

Venezuela: US Sanctions Target Subsidized Food Program as Foro de Sao Paulo Kicks Off
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-25
Washington has targeted companies and individuals it alleges are profiteering from the CLAP food initiative.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14602

Venezuela: US Sanctions Target Subsidized Food Program as Foro de Sao Paulo Kicks Off
Ricardo Vaz | venezuelanalysis.com | 2019-07-25
Washington has targeted companies and individuals it alleges are profiteering from the CLAP food initiative.
venezuelanalysis.com/news/14602

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

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/

"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 …

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US meddling in Venezuela "completely wrongheaded," ex-advisor to Maduro rival says
Aaron Maté | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-23
Francisco Rodríguez, a leading Venezuelan economist, warns that U.S. sanctions on Venezuela could cause "hundreds of thousands" of deaths. A…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/23/us-meddling-in-venezuela-completely-wrongheaded-ex-advisor-to-maduro-rival-says/

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

US sanctions threaten famine in Venezuela, leading economist warns
Aaron Maté | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-23
Top Venezuelan economist Francisco Rodríguez says the Trump administration's sanctions have cost Venezuela $16.9 billion per year — and caused…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/23/us-sanctions-threaten-famine-in-venezuela-leading-economist-warns/

US sanctions threaten famine in Venezuela, leading economist warns
Aaron Maté | thegrayzone.com | 2019-07-23
Top Venezuelan economist Francisco Rodríguez says the Trump administration's sanctions have cost Venezuela $16.9 billion per year — and caused…
thegrayzone.com/2019/07/23/us-sanctions-threaten-famine-in-venezuela-leading-economist-warns/

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

Ecuador Takes Harmful IMF Loan, Even Though it Doesn't Need it
Staff | therealnews.com | 2019-07-22
According to an analysis of the Center for Economic and Policy Analysis, Ecuador's recent IMF loan of $4.2 billion comes with strings that will hurt economic growth. Ecuador doesn't even need the loan, says the report's co-author, Andrés Arauz…
therealnews.com/stories/ecuador-takes-harmful-imf-loan-even-though-it-doesnt-need-it

In Secret Chats, Brazil's Chief Corruption Prosecutor Worried That Bolsonaro's Justice Minister Would Protect President's Son From Scandals
Glenn Greenwald | theintercept.com | 2019-07-21
Federal prosecutors privately agreed that there is "no doubt" Flávio Bolsonaro engaged in corruption as a state representative, but little has been done.
theintercept.com/2019/07/21/in-secret-chats-brazils-chief-corruption-prosecutor-worried-that-bolsonaros-justice-minister-would-protect-bolsonaros-senator-son-flavio-from-scandals/

Why did Argentina declare Hezbollah a terrorist group?
unitedEditor | uwidata.com | 2019-07-20
Argentina has officially declared Hezbollah a terrorist organization. The declaration created a considerable amount of controversy given the strong feelings on the issue in various countries. Background Argentina has received more immigrants than any other Latin American nation. While they are mostly of European origin, many have also come from Syria and Lebanon. There are …
uwidata.com/4393-why-did-argentina-declare-hezbollah-a-terrorist-group/

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

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

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

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

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: 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

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