Coup

2024 - 6 - 25

Shocking Coups in Africa and Latin America: What You Need to Know

Burkina Faso - Coups - Global Politics - Latin America - Mali - Neoliberalism - Niger - Peru - Political Unrest - Protesters - Venezuela

Discover the latest coups in Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, and Venezuela that are shaking up politics!

The recent wave of coups in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso has captured global attention, sparking debates about the underlying causes. Putschists in these West African countries justify their actions by pointing to escalating insecurity and governance issues. However, suspicions linger about the true motives behind these military takeovers. On the other side of the world, Venezuela's failed coup attempt adds a new layer to the narrative. Anya Parampil's book, 'Corporate Coup: Venezuela and the End of US Empire', delves into the complexities of neoliberalism in Latin America, painting a vivid picture of political upheavals.

The uncertainty surrounding the coups in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso raises concerns about the stability of the region and the impact on neighboring countries. The political landscape in Africa is undergoing serious turmoil, with implications beyond national borders. In contrast, Venezuela's thwarted coup sheds light on the challenges facing countries in Latin America as they navigate shifting power dynamics. As the world watches these developments unfold, one thing remains clear: the impact of coups goes far beyond the borders of the countries where they occur.

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Image courtesy of "The Africa Report"

Coups in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso: Less geopolitics, more ... (The Africa Report)

Putschists in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger cite worsening insecurity and poor governance as triggers of the coups, but questions rise about the real ...

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Image courtesy of "Jacobin magazine"

Why Venezuela's Coup Plotters Came Up Short (Jacobin magazine)

Review of Corporate Coup: Venezuela and the End of US Empire by Anya Parampil (OR Books, 2024). The political project of neoliberalism in Latin America is dead.

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Image courtesy of "Peoples Dispatch"

Will there be justice for protesters killed in Peru's anti-coup protests ... (Peoples Dispatch)

20 military personnel have been accused of intentional homicide in Peru for their role in repressing the December 2022 demonstrations in Ayacucho.

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