ארה"ב מציעה כעת 25 מיליון דולר תמורת מידע על ניקולס מדורו שיוביל למעצרו או להרשעתו

The U.S. is setting a $25 million reward for Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro that says the socialist is sworn in for a third term as president. Entity's international correspondent, Arian Pazdar, has the story. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for a third term on Friday. He's staying in power despite a six-month dispute over the election. Countries from around the globe called on Maduro to step aside due to mounting proof of election fraud. Maduro's 12 years in office have been marked by a deep economic and social crisis. Yet, he was sworn in on Friday. Maduro is also facing charges in the U.S. Washington is now increasing its reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Maduro to $25 million. Previously, it was $15 million. He's charged with narco-terrorism, conspiracy to import cocaine, and more. And just on Thursday, Florida Senator Rick Scott reintroduced a bill seeking to set a $100 million reward for Maduro. The socialist leader responded to the criticism in his inauguration speech. I have not been placed as president by the government of the United States. I come from the people. Other nations, such as Mexico, are criticizing Maduro's tactics as well. We have never been in favor of criminalizing political opposition. We clearly respect the sovereignty of nations. Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was at an anti-government protest on Thursday. Her team reported that security forces arrested her after she left. Officials have denied the report. Venezuelans around Latin America are protesting the Maduro regime. One of them reacted to the reported arrest of the opposition leader. Totally bad, because they want to take away the freedom that she has brought us. Venezuelans protested in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other places. Ariane Pastor, NTD News.