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MP Luis Parra, who proclaimed himself President of Parliament on January 5, 2020 (photo), was blacklisted by Washington along with six other members of the government. REUTERS / Manaure Quintero

In Venezuela, the United States is carrying out its threats. Luis Parra, who claims to be President of Parliament in the same way as Juan Guaido, as well as six other opposition deputies were sanctioned by the US Treasury Department on Monday, January 13. They are accused of " unsuccessful attempt to take control of Parliament ".

With our correspondent at Caracas, Benjamin Delille

With these new sanctions, Washington reaffirms its unwavering support for Juan Guaido. For a little over a week, the President of the Venezuelan Parliament has been fighting for his perch , claimed by another opposition MP, Luis Parra. He declared himself president on Sunday January 5 with the support of the government of Nicolas Maduro.

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The US Treasury Department therefore decided to place Luis Parra, its two vice-presidents and four other opposition deputies on its blacklist. This means that their assets are frozen and that they can no longer do business with American companies or citizens. Sanctions which, according to the press release, " could be withdrawn if they sided alongside the Venezuelan people and Juan Guaido ".

Many countries have also condemned the attempt to oust the opponent from the presidency of the Parliament. But despite this support, Juan Guaido is in very bad shape and his calls to protest no longer take hold . Especially since the United States has increased sanctions against Venezuela over the past year, nothing seems to weaken the power of Nicolas Maduro, stronger than ever.