Venezuela protest leader charged with arson

1,263 views · Published 21 February 2014 · 2:15 · Indexed 12 November 2026

Channel: Al Jazeera English · 2014 · News & Politics

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Venezuelan opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez has been formally charged with arson and conspiracy relating to protests that have gripped the country.  Lopez gave himself up to authorities on Tuesday in front of thousands of his supporters.  Former Presidential candidate Henrique Caprilles has demanded his release.  Al Jazeera's Rachel Levin reports from Caracas.

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