Venezuela’s New Law Targets Opposition with Sanctions

Venezuela targets opposition with bill that codifies economic sanctions as crimes against humanity
Venezuelan lawmakers have approved a bill that codifies economic sanctions, like those imposed by the United States, as a crime against humanity and allows the prosecution of anyone who expresses support for the measures.
Venezuela’s New Law Targets Opposition with Sanctions as Crimes Against Humanity
Venezuelan lawmakers have passed a controversial law that labels economic sanctions, such as those imposed by the United States, as crimes against humanity. This decision has raised alarms both inside and outside the country,
Venezuela lawmakers vote for tougher measures on supporters of sanctions
Venezuela's National Assembly on Thursday unanimously voted to approve a law which could lead to bans on holding public office of up to 60 years for those who express support for the imposition of sanctions on the South American country.
Venezuela Lawmakers Back Ban of up to 60 Years on Those Supporting Sanctions
CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuela's ruling-party dominated National Assembly on Thursday unanimously voted to approve a law which could see bans of up to 60 years on those seeking public office, who have expressed or allegedly expressed support for the imposition of sanctions on the South American country.
Venezuelan bill codifies economic sanctions as crimes against humanity
National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez, center, holds a bill that codifies economic sanctions as a crime against humanity and allows prosecution of anyone who expresses support for the measures,
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