The Venezuelan Supreme Court's decision to disqualify opposition leaders, including Maria Corina Machado and Henrique Capriles, has led to the U.S. reviewing its sanctions policy against Venezuela. The Biden administration, which had previously lifted some sanctions in exchange for promises of free and fair elections, is now facing pressure to reimpose sanctions. Critics argue that the court's decision is influenced by President Maduro, and some fear a further crackdown akin to Nicaragua. The EU has also condemned the ban on opposition politicians in Venezuela, while experts suggest that the U.S. is unlikely to reimpose the harshest sanctions that existed prior to the agreement for free and fair elections.
US Unlikely to Return All Venezuela Sanctions After Ruling https://t.co/UbcFjt6JUA via @YahooFinanceAU
As I told the @AP here, it's become clear that Maduro was never going to lift the ban on Machado—her popularity makes her too much of a threat. The question now is where that leaves the opposition's approach to presidential elections. https://t.co/bsv1v7YjYc
In lifting tough sanctions on Venezuela, Biden will test whether sanctions can work as a diplomatic tool, @ChrisSabatini explains. https://t.co/qn0UH4zy6t
In statement on #Venezuela, EU condemns ban on @MariaCorinaYA, and “welcomes the decision by the parties to the Venezuelan-led negotiation process to remain at the negotiation table.” https://t.co/unfiknBOao
U.S. reviewing Venezuelan sanctions policy in wake of court decision https://t.co/yEMGoTlCYr
Strong statement from the EU: Venezuela: Statement by the Spokesperson on banning opposition politicians | EEAS https://t.co/DvKqA19x00
Appreciated speaking with @EMPosts of @Bloomberg on possible next steps for the U.S. following the Maduro regime's ruling barring opposition candidate @MariaCorinaYA from running in this year's presidential election. https://t.co/ByJlWTiCdx
Despite #Venezuela's electoral backsliding, the US seems unlikely to reimpose the harshest version of sanctions that existed prior to last October's agreement for free and fair elections, experts say. Story with @zerpius @PattyLaya https://t.co/L2udlCYcLa
Despite Venezuela's electoral backsliding, the US seems unlikely to reimpose another round of harsh sanctions, experts say https://t.co/xTCIVuoyjl
Regional group says Venezuela's move against opposition candidate ends possibility of free election (from @AP) By @reginagarciakNO https://t.co/F9F2Y4ZraG
“The worsening violence in Ecuador in recent years has led to a rapid surge in Ecuadorian migration, and the deteriorating conditions will undoubtedly accelerate that trend,” @benjamingedan, director of @TheWilsonCenter @LATAMProg, tells @FoxNews.
I warned the Biden Admin when they broadly eased sanctions in their deal with Maduro that follow through would be everything. The news out of Venezuela should result in sanctions being immediately reimposed and not lifted until Ms. Machado is able to run in a truly free election. https://t.co/GSyKSYxySv
#Venezuela’s opposition candidate @MariaCorinaYA Machado warns of a huge increase in the already record numbers of Venezuelan migrants heading to the U.S. if dictator Maduro fails to hold free elections this year. Read here what she told me: https://t.co/7TlgF1paki @miamiherald https://t.co/XiGQZJc4Ry
US Condemns Ban on Venezuelan Opposition Leader’s Candidacy and Puts Sanctions Relief under Review https://t.co/8wqYFAbdBI
Biden admin slams 'political targeting' of Venezuela opposition leader banned from running for president https://t.co/tpVyxx1bDr
Venezuela has become a test case in sanctions leverage. https://t.co/qn0UH4zy6t
US condemns ban on Venezuelan opposition leader's candidacy and puts sanctions relief under review https://t.co/g3Xqi13VfF
Biden's Real Oil-For-Fake Democracy Plan Ruined After Venezuela Blocks Opposition Leader's Presidential Run https://t.co/8Pn7g0Wxei
Biden began lifting sanctions against Venezuela on mere promises of a free and fair election. Now the country's highest court, clearly under the influence of Maduro, has disqualified his leading opponent as presidential candidate. Biden's response? https://t.co/nJvxKoBEgC
LOL...Im shocked I tell you...if you remember they gave sanction relief for Mauro's promise of "free and fair" elections (never negotiate with a dictator. Yet, another policy fail for the US) > The United States is reviewing its sanctions policy against Venezuela after a court… https://t.co/oDVvYlvWRO
US reviewing Venezuelan sanctions policy in wake of court decision - State Dept https://t.co/wfIFr58nzg
IRONY: The Biden regime is threatening to levy sanctions against Venezuela after its Supreme Court upheld the disqualification of the leading presidential candidate. President Maduro has also jailed supporters of the opposition candidate. https://t.co/xvraCCxHrE
US reviewing Venezuelan sanctions policy in wake of court decision - State Deptartment #oott #Venezuela https://t.co/4apcC02FWq
U.S. statement on the Venezuelan Supreme Tribunal of Justice’s decision to disqualify @MariaCorinaYA and @hcapriles, contrary to the commitments made by Maduro and his representatives under the Barbados electoral roadmap agreement ➡️ https://t.co/DTyFtNDM7y
What will the Biden administration do now on Venezuela? I think it’s important to remember they see sanctions as a “failed” policy — and that 2024 is an election year in US. A short 🧵
As I told @nytimes, Biden’s challenge is to react to this in a way that keeps elections in play and doesn’t trigger a further crackdown (think Nicaragua). How do you coerce a regime that’s endured crippling sanctions and multiple coup attempts? https://t.co/HZ3OQubiD2
🚨#SOSVenezuela🚨The US must not only reimpose sanctions on Nicolas Maduro’s criminal cartel, but impose the harshest international pressure yet. Biden’s pathetic negotiation with Maduro shows the Administration’s sympathy for this evil socialist regime! https://t.co/vkmKiwj5Hf
Venezuelan Supreme Court Rulings and the Barbados Agreement - United States Department of State https://t.co/AMYDtdnVoJ