Venezuela's Government Purge: Arrest of Former Oil Minister Signals Escalating Political Turmoil

In an unprecedented shift within Venezuela's already tumultuous political landscape, the nation has taken a striking step by arresting its former oil minister, Tareck El Aissami. This development marks the latest in a series of actions that appear to target high-ranking officials linked to the regime, igniting speculation about an internal power struggle among President Nicolás Maduro's administration. The arrest occurred on October 19, 2024, as part of what is being characterized as a broader government purge.

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