Overview

• Maduro's forces have killed 23 and arrested over 2,200 protesters since the disputed election.
• The Biden administration faces a significant geopolitical challenge as Maduro consolidates power with support from China and Russia.
• Latin American leaders struggle to balance diplomatic relations while condemning Maduro's actions.
• Experts predict further instability, with potential scenarios mirroring Nicaragua's repression or Romania's violent uprising.
• International efforts to negotiate Maduro's exit face skepticism due to his firm grip on the military and lack of pressure to step down.