Venezuelan Creatives Share Their Perspectives

Venezuelan Creatives Share Their Perspectives

We extend warm wishes to those celebrating Armenian Christmas. In the past, some of us had to persuade others that American interventions, like the Iraq War, were driven by oil interests rather than democratic ideals. Now, with transparency from the U.S. president, less persuasion is needed regarding the motives behind such actions.

The U.S. invasion of Venezuela and the capture of its leader, Nicolás Maduro, are primarily about claiming the country’s vast oil reserves, the largest globally. However, for many Venezuelans enduring Maduro’s oppressive rule, the situation is complex. Today, we hear from five Venezuelan artists and cultural figures who offer a nuanced view during this pivotal time. Their insights are candid, intricate, and deserve attention.

Venezuelan artists and cultural contributors Javier Téllez, Jeffly Gabriela Molina, Vero Bello, Cassandra Mayela, and Silvia Benedetti, who experienced the bombings in Caracas firsthand, openly discuss their reactions to the recent U.S. offensive against their homeland.

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