What on earth is going on in Venezuela? The story so far and what to expect

A compilation of the current situation in Venezuela, and likely developments ahead

Venezuela’s political crisis seems to have no end in sight, with President Nicolás Maduro refusing to relinquish power and blocking humanitarian aid from entering the country to help address a growing food shortage.

Last month, Juan Guaidó, the president of Venezuela’s National Assembly, declared himself president of the country, arguing that Maduro’s victory in the 2018 presidential elections was illegitimate. More than 60 countries have recognized Guaidó as the country’s president, but Maduro’s refusal to step down has thrown the country into chaos.

Here’s what we know about what’s happening in Venezuela, and what’s next.

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