The United States on Tuesday announced new sanctions targeting Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro and his inner circle. The sanctions were imposed by the U.S. Department of Justice, citing allegations of corruption and human rights abuses.
The sanctions are part of ongoing efforts by the U.S. government to pressure the Maduro regime and support the Venezuelan people. According to U.S. officials, the sanctions aim to hold Maduro and his associates accountable for their actions.
In addition to targeting Maduro himself, the sanctions also apply to his wife, Cilia Flores, as well as several other individuals close to the Venezuelan president. These individuals are accused of engaging in corrupt activities and undermining democracy in Venezuela.
The U.S. government has been a vocal critic of Maduro’s leadership, accusing him of presiding over a corrupt and authoritarian regime. The sanctions announced on Tuesday are seen as a way to increase pressure on Maduro and his inner circle in an effort to bring about political change in Venezuela.
The U.S. has called on other countries to join in imposing sanctions on the Maduro regime, with the goal of promoting democracy and respect for human rights in Venezuela. The sanctions announced on Tuesday represent the latest step in this ongoing campaign against the Venezuelan government.