LONDON (Reuters) – Britain on Friday set out new sanctions targeting 15 individuals associated with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s government, alleging they were responsible for human rights violations and undermining democracy and the rule of law.
Those sanctioned include judges and security and military officials, Britain’s Foreign Office said in a statement.
President Nicolas Maduro and his government have always rejected sanctions by the United States and others, saying they are illegitimate measures that amount to an “economic war” designed to cripple Venezuela.
Maduro and his allies have cheered what they say is the country’s resilience despite the measures, though they have historically blamed some economic hardships and shortages on sanctions.
Earlier the United States issued new Venezuela-related sanctions, including measures targeting state oil company PDVSA chief Hector Obregon.
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