At least 23 people have been killed in clashes between rebel groups in Colombia's northeastern state of Arauca, according to the country’s civilian and military authorities.

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro says the world must strongly condemn the US assassination of Iran’s top anti-terror commander Qassem Soleimani.

A massive blackout has swept through the Venezuelan capital of Caracas and more than a dozen states across the Latin American country.

Venezuela has reportedly denied visa extensions for electoral observers from the European Union.

The exasperation displayed by American officials at Maduro’s sweeping victory, which is reflected in media reports as well, comes after the strategy of supporting the unpopular, far-right leader Juan Guaidó backfired badly.

Iran hails successful and transparent holding of important local and regional elections in Venezuela.

Venezuelans go the polls in regional and local elections, which include the main opposition parties that have participated for the first time in four years.