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Venezuela Approves Law with Up to 30-Year Prison Terms for Supporting Sanctions Against Maduro

Nov 28, 2024, 08:19 PM

Venezuela's National Assembly has unanimously approved the 'Ley Orgánica Libertador Simón Bolívar' in its second discussion, a law designed to counter economic sanctions and foreign interference. The legislation imposes severe penalties, including prison sentences of up to 30 years, on individuals who support or call for international sanctions against the government of Nicolas Maduro. The law implicitly targets opposition leaders, aiming to deter any support for sanctions from within the country. This move comes as part of Venezuela's broader strategy to defend against what it describes as imperialist blockades.