As the US lifts sanctions, Venezuelans are remaining optimistic for the future, but are still fighting corruption, repression of free speech and hyperinflation. The US removed sanctions on current leader Delcy Rodriguez — the former Vice President who assumed power after the US seized Maduro in January on drug charges — on Wednesday, the first step in paving the way for aid and investment in the country.
As the US lifts sanctions, Venezuelans are remaining optimistic for the future, but are still fighting corruption, repression of free speech and hyperinflation.
A bag of flour in Caracas, the capital, now costs approximately six months salary, while … [7810 chars]
Source: New York Post | Published: 2026-04-02T21:41:03Z
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