Venezuela News Ceased Operations: SNTP Reports Over 100 Dismissals
The National Union of Press Workers reports the dismissal of over 100 employees from Venezuela News, who were informed of a temporary closure.
TL;DR
- Venezuela News (Agencia VN) ceased operations on May 18th.
- Over 100 workers were reportedly notified of a 'temporary closure' and dismissed.
- The website agenciavn.com was reportedly blocked in Venezuela prior to the closure.
- Venezuela News emerged in 2021 during the 'Free Alex Saab' campaign.
- The outlet maintained an editorial line favorable to Alex Saab and the Maduro government.
- The closure coincides with a change in official narrative regarding Alex Saab.
- Diosdado Cabello stated Saab is not Venezuelan, while Saab faces legal processes in the US.