Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has withdrawn from Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia due to a knee issue. The 20-year-old, who played the full 90 minutes in United’s 0-0 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday while wearing a brace on his left knee, has been replaced in the Argentina squad by Leicester … Read more
Venezuela’s government has escalated its efforts to suppress peaceful protests and dissent following the presidential election in July, according to a recent report by a UN fact-finding mission. The report reveals a deliberate and systematic crackdown on opposition voices, independent media, and peaceful demonstrations. “We are witnessing an intensification of the state’s repressive machinery in … Read more
Venezuelan government has recalled its ambassador to Spain, Gladys Gutierrez, and summoned Spanish Ambassador to Venezuela, Ramon Santos, to appear before the foreign ministry. This decision was announced by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil on Thursday via Telegram. Gil cited “insolent, interventionist, and rude” comments made by Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles as the motivation … Read more
Nigeria’s Falconets have secured a spot in the last 16 of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup after a commanding 4-0 victory over Venezuela in their final group match at the Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero in Colombia on Saturday night. Amina Bello, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, and Flourish Sebastine all found the net in the first half, … Read more
A US Navy sailor has been detained in Venezuela, according to four US officials familiar with the matter. The sailor, a US citizen, was taken into custody on August 30 in Caracas by the Venezuelan intelligence agency SEBIN. The incident occurs during a time of heightened tensions between the US and Venezuela, following the controversial … Read more
Venezuelan authorities have issued an arrest warrant for former presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, accusing him of “crimes associated with terrorism.” The warrant comes amid a crackdown on the opposition movement following July’s disputed election, which saw Maduro claim victory despite widespread skepticism. Gonzalez has denied the accusations, which include “usurpation of functions, forging a public … Read more
Global protests in 2024 are driven by economic hardship, governance issues, and dissatisfaction with policies, leading to widespread unrest in countries like Kenya, Nigeria, India, Bangladesh, Venezuela, and the UK. EKO HOT BLOG reports that as the second half of 2024 unfolds, a wave of protests is sweeping across countries worldwide, with notable unrest in Nigeria, … Read more
Juan Vicente Perez Mora, the world’s oldest man at 114, has passed away Certified by Guinness World Records in 2022, Mora hailed from Venezuela Mora, known as Tio Vicente, led a remarkable life as a farmer and sheriff EKO HOT BLOG reports that Juan Vicente Perez Mora, recognized as the oldest man in the world, has … Read more
Venezuela’s opposition has voted to dissolve its parallel government and remove its leader, Juan Guaidó. Eko Hot Blog reports that The move comes four years after Mr Guaidó declared himself president following the re-election of Nicolás Maduro in disputed polls. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From Official Devices Supreme Court Sets Date … Read more
Venezuela’s government and the opposition have signed a preliminary agreement to resolve the country’s political crisis. Eko Hot Blog reports that during talks in Mexico, the two issued a joint statement requesting that billions of dollars frozen abroad be released to help fund social projects. EDITOR’S PICKS Belarus: Foreign Minister Vladimir Makei Dies At 64 … Read more
The United States will consider sanctions against Venezuelan lawmakers accused of taking bribes to vote against opposition leader Juan Guaido, an official said Wednesday. Guaido, recognized as Venezuela’s interim president by the United States and more than 50 other nations, was sworn in Tuesday for another term after a chaotic standoff in which troops physically … Read more
Russia recently sent two military planes full of troops and equipment to Venezuela. It’s a move that could provoke a strong response from the United States and potentially plunge the South American nation into further chaos. Around 100 Russians landed outside of Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, with unidentified equipment on Saturday. It’s not entirely clear … Read more