The Venezuelan government has canceled the conference of leaders from 19 developing countries amid increasing pressure for the resignation of President Hugo Chavez. This conference, which had been canceled once before, was scheduled to take place on Saturday, and it is still unclear whether a new date will be set for it. The decision to cancel the gathering was made on Thursday, just two days after 14 discontented military officers announced a policy of defiance against Chavez's government, calling on the people and military to revolt against him. According to an Associated Press report, the number of officers has increased to 28, and on Thursday, hundreds of their supporters gathered around them in a square in Caracas. In the latest news from Venezuela, while the discontented officers are demanding the resignation of President Hugo Chavez, military units in three key barracks have declared their loyalty to him. On Friday, Chavez accused the officers of attempting to organize a coup in response to their calls for the armed forces and the people to revolt against him, stating that the government would employ military and police forces to suppress it. On Tuesday, 14 discontented officers announced what they called a policy of defiance. More officers joined them on Thursday. Meanwhile, thousands of government opponents gathered in a square in eastern Caracas to continue their support for the discontented officers.
Venezuelan Government Cancels Conference of Leaders from 19 Developing Countries Again
The Venezuelan government has canceled a conference of leaders from 19 developing countries amid rising calls for President Hugo Chavez's resignation. Discontented military officers have announced a policy of defiance, leading to increased tensions and public demonstrations in support of the officers. This situation highlights the political instability in Venezuela.
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📰 What Happened
The Venezuelan government canceled a conference of leaders from 19 developing countries due to rising pressure for President Hugo Chavez's resignation. This follows a declaration of defiance by military officers against his government, leading to increased public demonstrations.
- The conference was previously canceled and had no new date set.
- The number of discontented military officers has increased from 14 to 28, with public support growing.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Venezuela has faced significant political turmoil under Chavez, with economic challenges and opposition movements gaining momentum. The military's role is crucial in determining the stability of his government.
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