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US Sanctions 21 Venezuelan Officials for Election Repression

The United States has imposed new sanctions on over 20 officials aligned with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to pressure him into accepting the results of the disputed July presidential election, which the US recognizes as having been won by opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez. The sanctions target military and security officials, including Maduro's chief of staff and communication minister, as part of efforts to encourage a democratic transition in Venezuela. Existing oil sanctions remain under review, and the US continues to hold Maduro accountable for political repression and other charges.

via CNN|

#democratic-transition #election-results #nicolas-maduro

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Haiti's Prime Minister Ousted Amid Ongoing Political Turmoil

Haiti's transitional council has dismissed interim Prime Minister Garry Conille, replacing him with businessman Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, amid ongoing political turmoil and gang violence. The council, tasked with restoring democratic order, has faced internal conflicts and corruption allegations, further complicating the transition process. The move has been criticized as illegal by some, including former Justice Minister Bernard Gousse, due to the council's alleged overreach and corruption issues.

via NPR|

#corruption #democratic-transition #gang-violence

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US Confirms Military Coup in Gabon

The United States has determined that a military coup has occurred in Gabon and, in accordance with the Department of State's annual appropriations act, most U.S. assistance to the Gabonese government is being suspended. However, humanitarian, health, and education aid will continue to support the people of Gabon. The U.S. remains committed to assisting Gabon in achieving a timely transition to democratic civilian governance and will resume assistance once concrete steps are taken by the transitional government to establish democratic rule. The United States stands with the Gabonese people in their pursuit of democracy, prosperity, and stability.

via Department of State|

#assistance-suspension #democratic-transition #gabon

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Tensions rise in Sudan as military and paramilitary forces clash.

Sudan's military has warned of potential clashes with the powerful paramilitary force, Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which has deployed troops in Khartoum and other cities without the approval or coordination of the armed forces' leadership. The latest tensions stem from a disagreement over how the RSF should be integrated into the military, a key condition of an unsigned transition deal for Sudan. The RSF said its presence in northern Sudan and elsewhere is aimed at achieving security and stability and fighting human trafficking and illegal migration. The escalation has raised concerns of new fighting in a country known for internal armed conflicts.

via Fox News|

#democratic-transition #military #paramilitary

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Tensions rise in Sudan as military and paramilitary forces clash.

Sudan's military has warned of potential clashes with the country's powerful paramilitary force, known as Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which it said had deployed troops in the capital of Khartoum and other areas without the army's consent. The latest tensions between the army and the paramilitary stem from a disagreement over how the RSF should be integrated into the military and what authority should oversee the process. The merger is a key condition of Sudan's unsigned transition agreement. The escalation has raised concerns of new fighting in a country known for internal armed conflicts.

via The Associated Press|

#democratic-transition #military #paramilitary