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US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo congratulates Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido on his re-election as president of the National Assembly. Guaido has gained access to the Venezuelan parliament speaker's seat to challenge a rival elected by President Maduro's allies, just two days after soldiers physically blocked him from seeking re-election as speaker. SOUNDBITE
Venezuelan opposition-led National Assembly ratifies Juan Guaido as president in charge of the country until "the usurpation by President Nicolás Maduro ceases." IMAGES
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido arrives for a press conference on a day when security forces blocked opposition lawmakers from entering the National Assembly, ramping up pressure on his supporters, two weeks after his failed uprising against President Nicolas Maduro. IMAGES
Venezuelan police stand guard in the vicinity of the opposition-led National Assembly, after it blocked access to the building in search for explosives. IMAGES
Members of the Venezuelan National Guard denied access to accredited members of the national and international press to the Venezuelan National Assembly where opposition deputies will hold a session. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.