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Security tightened in Venezuela amid political turmoil

Friday, 13 May 2016 1:00 PM [ Last Update: Friday, 13 May 2016 1:00 PM ]

The Venezuelan government has imposed a ban on protests in the capital Caracas over concerns that they could lead to deadly clashes between supporters and opponents of President Nicolas Maduro.

Jesus Silva

Press TV, Caracas

The Venezuelan government has imposed a ban on protests in the capital Caracas over concerns that they could lead to deadly clashes between supporters and opponents of President Nicolas Maduro. The decision comes as the opposition is pressing ahead with a drive to remove Maduro from power through a referendum.

From Caracas, Press TV’s Jesus Silva reports.

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