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October 18, 2023

Venezuelan Gov't and Opposition Sign Election Deal That Could Ease U.S. Sanctions
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The government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and opposition
leaders have agreed to new rules ahead of next year's presidential
election. The move is expected to clear the way for the United States to
ease its harsh sanctions on Venezuela which have wrecked the economy,
forcing millions to flee. As part of the agreement, the Venezuelan
government will allow all political parties to choose their candidates;
grant permission to delegations from the U.N. and the European Union to
observe elections; and give equal media access to all campaigns.


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