EU condemns Venezuela’s move to prosecute Juan Guaidó

The EU on Thursday condemned efforts in Venezuela to prosecute Juan Guaidó, considered by many Western countries as the country's head of state. “The EU rejects the decision taken by the non-recognized National Constituent Assembly to lift Juan Guaidó’s parliamentary immunity. This decision constitutes a serious violation of the Venezuelan constitution, as well as of the rule of law and separation of power,” the EU said in a statement. “These acts undermine a political way out of the crisis and only lead to further polarization and escalation of tensions in the country,” the statement said. More…