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A Glimmer of Light in Venezuela’s Gloom
A discreet Norwegian diplomatic effort represents the best hope for breaking Venezuela's political deadlock. To stop the country’s slide into humanitarian and economic catastrophe, pragmatic backers of both government and opposition should put aside empty hopes of outright victory and support a negotiated settlement.
What’s new?
After a failed opposition uprising to oust Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in April, a discreet diplomatic effort by Norway now offers the best prospect for finding a peaceful negotiated settlement to the country’s political crisis and averting more violence and instability.
- ICG
Why does it matter?
Venezuela’s economy is in freefall, infrastructure is falling apart and millions have fled.
Without a negotiated solution, the risks of violence will multiply and threaten to…