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Carlos Garcia Rawlins

What’s Next for Iran’s Outgoing President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad?

Global Politics

Iran’s new President, Hassan Rouhani will be officially sworn into office on Sunday. He will take over from Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Now that his term has ended, what will he do? Anchor Carol Hills speaks with Iranian journalist Shirin Jaafari.

Iran Bars Two Contenders From Presidential Race

Conflict & Justice

Patrick Duddy, Former Ambassador to Venezuela, Discusses Hugo Chavez

Global Politics

Emotional Crowds Gather in Caracas to Mourn Hugo Chavez

Global Politics

Venezuela Announces Return of Ailing Hugo Chavez

Global Politics
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In Venezuela, Concern for the Health of President Hugo Chavez and Questions About Succession

Global Politics

In Caracas, Venezuela, there is growing concern for the health of President Hugo Chavez who is reportedly experiencing serious breathing difficulties in a hospital in Havana, Cuba, where he has been undergoing surgeries and treatment for cancer.

As Hugo Chavez Undergoes Cancer Surgery, talks of Succession in Venezuela

Global Politics

Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez underwent cancer surgery Tuesday in Cuba. Over the weekend, he designated his current vice-president, Nicolas Maduro, as his successor.

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