Author: Estefanía Salvador
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Thousands of Maltese gather in Valletta calling for justice for Daphne
Thousands of Maltese citizens have gathered in Valletta during this evening to protest for justice for Daphne Caruana Galizia following the acquittal of Yorgen Fenech, who faced charges of complicity in the journalist’s murder. Opposition Leader Alex Borg attended to the protest along with other PN deputies. Present was also ADPD Leader Sandra Gauci. Repubblika…
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Daphne’s family denounces Yorgen Fenech’s verdict at PACE hearing
Daphne Caruana Galizia’s family attended a hearing of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) on Wednesday, with Malta’s jury system remaining at the centre of the debate following the acquittal of Yorgen Fenech. The hearing is part of the preparation of a report by Baroness Shami Chakrabarti (United Kingdom, SOC) titled “Justice…
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The US secures majority control of Venezuela’s oil, but where are the concessions for democracy?
President Donald Trump reached an oil agreement with Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, last Friday, August 28. He described the agreement as “the biggest oil deal in history.” In addition, it gives the United States majority control over 65 billion barrels of crude oil, which represent approximately 21.5% of Venezuela’s proven oil reserves. The US…
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Venezuela’s democratic transition remains elusive as political prisoners stay behind bars
Since the detention of former President Nicolás Maduro, the United States government has committed itself to pursuing a transition towards democracy in Venezuela. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that the release of all political prisoners is a fundamental step in achieving that transition. Subsequently, Vice President Delcy Rodríguez announced plans to promote…
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Twin earthquakes leave over 2,000 dead in Venezuela as government limits international aid
On June 24, northern Venezuela was struck by twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude. This disaster caused extensive damage, leaving 2,295 people dead and 11,267 injured, according to the latest official figures released by the Venezuelan government. Far from abating, the emergency continues to worsen. Jorge Rodríguez, President of Venezuela’s National Assembly, announced…
