Venezuela: a year of power struggle

Venezuela opposition leader Juan Guaido declared himself acting president a year ago in a bid to oust Nicolas Maduro, winning the backing of more than 50 countries.

As he meets with political leaders in Europe this week, here is an overview of the power struggle. - 'Acting president' -
On January 28, Washington orders sanctions on Venezuela's state oil company PDVSA and hands control of its US bank accounts to Guaido. - Maduro closes borders -
Guaido goes on to visit several countries in the region, received like a head of state, before returning to Caracas. - Uprising fails -
At least five people are killed in days of unrest. - Talks called off -
On November 16, about 5,000 Guaido supporters demonstrate against Maduro in the opposition's biggest rally since May, but with turnout far lower than expected. - Guaido reappointed -