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Venezuela's oil revival brings hope but little relief for workers

As U.S. sanctions ease and oil money begins to trickle back after Nicolás Maduro's removal, Venezuelans weigh hopes for recovery against the harsh reality of surviving on wages that barely cover food.

Venezuela's oil revival brings hope but little relief for workers
Image: NPR World

As U.S. sanctions ease and oil money begins to trickle back after Nicolás Maduro's removal, Venezuelans weigh hopes for recovery against the harsh reality of surviving on wages that barely cover food.

(Image credit: Ariana Cubillos)

Originally published at NPR World

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