Police in Venezuela’s capital clashed with protesters advocating for an increase in the minimum wage, currently set at 130 bolivars (approximately $0.27) per month. Delcy Rodriguez, the interim president, has promised a “responsible increase” in salaries by May 1, although details on the new wage have not yet been provided. The protests reflect ongoing economic struggles faced by Venezuelans amid a severe financial crisis.
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