Violence in Venezuela as president’s rival declares himself leader
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Venezuela’s opposition leader has won the support of more countries in his bid to oust the “dictatorship” of President Nicolas Maduro.
Juan Guaido declared himself interim president on Wednesday, saying the constitution gave him powers to form a transitional government until new elections.
Bu the move has sparked violence and at least seven people have been killed in clashes between supporters of the two sides.
US President Donald Trump said Mr Guaido had “courageously spoken” against Mr Maduro, who was described earlier this week as a dictator by Vice President Mike Pence.
Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Paraguay, Costa Rica, Colombia, Canada, Peru, Chile, Guatemala, Honduras have followed America’s lead and backed Mr Guaido.
The 35-year-old – the new leader of the opposition-controlled National Assembly – announced his move to cheering supporters in the capital, Caracas – two weeks after Mr Maduro was sworn in for a controversial second term.
After claiming the presidency, Mr Guaido told the crowds: “We know that this will have consequences.
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