Judge Hellerstein is renowned among practitioners for his 'stubborn streak' and 'an often unorthodox approach to running his courtroom.' His rulings often reflect a gut instinct rather than a strict adherence to the law.
War in Iran will trigger another crisis of abundance in Venezuela
Venezuela's rentier economy, dependent on oil revenues, has repeatedly failed to manage cycles of abundance and scarcity, creating structural vulnerabilities that prevent sustainable development and economic resilience.
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Cúcuta, a bustling Colombian border city, faces heightened tension as journalists are detained and crossings become restricted amid attempts to enter Venezuela.
Maduro's alleged frontman Alex Saab reportedly detained in Caracas
Alex Saab, a Colombian-Venezuelan businessman and close associate of Nicolas Maduro, was reportedly detained in Caracas in a joint Sebin–FBI operation and may be extradited.