Venezuelans protest as Guaido declares 'definitive' escalation

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Last Updated : Apr 07 2019 | 11:45 AM IST

Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido on Saturday launched what he promised will be a "definitive" escalation of pressure to force the country's embattled leftist leader from office.

Addressing a giant anti-government rally in Caracas, Guaido -- whose claim to be interim president is supported by around 50 nations -- kicked off what he called
He cautioned the Venezuelan defense minister in a separate tweet of the official's "constitutional responsibility to protect innocent civilians who are peacefully demonstrating," adding: "Do not let the Cubans or the 'colectivos' inflict violence against Venezuelan patriots."

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First Published: Apr 07 2019 | 11:45 AM IST

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