August 2002
Opposition March Against Hugo Chavez's Economic Policies - 2002-08-30
Opposition groups in Venezuela protested in Maracay against President Hugo Chavez's economic policies, including heavy taxation and unemployment. The demonstration was met with a counter-protest…
Protests in Venezuela - 2002-08-16
Protests erupted in Caracas as supporters of President Hugo Chavez rallied against the Supreme Court's acquittal of four army officers linked to a failed coup.…
Chavez Says He Respects Supreme Court Ruling
The Venezuelan Supreme Court dismissed charges against military officers involved in an April coup, leading to violent protests from President Chavez's supporters. Chavez, who was…
Violence in Venezuela - 2002-08-09
Violence erupted in Venezuela after the Supreme Court rejected the prosecution of army officers linked to a failed coup against President Hugo Chavez. Chavez supporters…
Supreme Court Ruling of Venezuela - 2002-08-01
The Venezuelan Supreme Court has dismissed the trial of four military officials accused of rebellion and is seeking new proposals for their fate. The ruling…