By Socialism and Freedom Party (PSL) Photograph of Israeli soldiers in Caracas published by journalist Dima Khatib The Venezuelan people are currently enduring one of the most painful moments in our recent history. The earthquakes of June 24, 2026, have left thousands dead, injured, and missing, and entire communities reduced to rubble. Amid this suffering, … Continue reading We condemn the presence of delegations from the Zionist and genocidal state of Israel on Venezuelan territory
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For an Independent Truth and Justice Commission on the impact of the earthquakes
By Omar Vázquez Heredia Photograph: Matias Delacroix On June 24 Venezuela’s central coast was struck by two earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude on the Richter scale. So far, according to official figures, the consequences of these natural disasters include 2,595 deaths, 12,400 injuries, 12,841 people left homeless, 189 collapsed buildings, and 565 partially collapsed … Continue reading For an Independent Truth and Justice Commission on the impact of the earthquakes
Secretary general of the oil workers’ federation demands the release of oil workers who have been detained 17 months for political reasons
By El Tiempo March 31.- Once again, José Bodas, secretary general of the Unitary Federation of Oil Workers of Venezuela (FUTPV), urged the government to release the 126 citizens linked to the oil industry who remain in detention for “political reasons.” Seventeen months after they were deprived of their liberty, and despite the approval of … Continue reading Secretary general of the oil workers’ federation demands the release of oil workers who have been detained 17 months for political reasons
Discussion: Venezuela, between imperialism and dictatorship
Venezuelan Workers Solidarity Photo: José Abreu On January 23, Venezuelan Workers Solidarity hosted a webinar with Antulio Rosales, Yoletty Bracho, Venus Faddoul and Omar Vazquez Heredia about the January 3 imperialist attack and its aftermath in Venezuela. Below are the English and Spanish versions of this discussion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y887MeCYH3Q In English https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr_-J1Jyrt8 En español
Venezuela: the hour of perplexity
By Omar Vázquez Heredia Picture: Gaby Oraa The US operation in Venezuela seems to have taken everyone by surprise: those who thought it would never happen and those who believed that Nicolás Maduro's "removal" would pave the way for María Corina Machado to take office in Miraflores Palace. Now a complex process is beginning, with … Continue reading Venezuela: the hour of perplexity
Venezuelan socialists reject Trump’s threats without supporting Maduro
Interview with Miguel Angel Hernández of the Socialism and Freedom Party (PSL) Picture: View of Los Magallanes de Catia, Oswaldo Pacheco What is the popular perception in Venezuela of US military threats? Is it a central concern for most people or is popular attention more focused on other issues? There is undoubtedly a real threat … Continue reading Venezuelan socialists reject Trump’s threats without supporting Maduro
María Corina Machado’s ignoble peace prize
Stanley Heller interviews Simón Rodríguez In an interview for The Struggle Video News, Simón Rodríguez discusses the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who dedicated it to US president Donald Trump, in the context of a brutal persecution against Venezuelan migrants in the US, increasing repression inside Venezuela against all … Continue reading María Corina Machado’s ignoble peace prize
Venezuela’s authoritarian turn and the repression of its Left
Anderson Bean interviews Edgardo Lander Originally published by Tempest Magazine Picture: Universidad Central de Venezuela Since Venezuela’s disputed 2024 elections, Nicolás Maduro’s government has escalated its authoritarian turn. More than 2,000 people were detained in the days following the vote, and targeted persecution has widened to include journalists, trade unionists, academics, and human rights defenders. … Continue reading Venezuela’s authoritarian turn and the repression of its Left
Statement in solidarity with Edgardo Lander, Francisco Javier Velasco, Santiago Arconada, Emiliano Terán Mantovani and Alexandra Martinez
Solidarity campaign Photo: Adam McCauley, art by Icy and Soto We view with deep concern the serious accusations against university community members by official media sources that attempt to criminalize academic activity in our country. Teachers with a vast national and international recognition, committed to reasearch and critical reflection on the reality of the Venezuelan … Continue reading Statement in solidarity with Edgardo Lander, Francisco Javier Velasco, Santiago Arconada, Emiliano Terán Mantovani and Alexandra Martinez
We will not participate in the electoral farce and we call for active abstention
Socialism and Freedom Party The Socialism and Freedom Party (PSL) addresses the Venezuelan people and the national and international public opinion to set out its position before the call for regional and legislative elections on May 25, 2025. This electoral process will take place in a context marked by the systematic violation of democratic rights, … Continue reading We will not participate in the electoral farce and we call for active abstention
