I think most people are indeed agreeing that Venezuela is facing financial hardship, but not because of Maduro, but mainly due to the sanctions by western govts.

Venezuela is a small country and the US is a large and influential one. So such sanctions are going to hurt Venezuela.

Can I ask a question to get the idea across?
We have heard news that Palestinians have faced food shortages and there was even famine warning.

Do you see it as a failure of their leadership or that of Israel blocking food and aid to the place, while isolating and attacking them?

If it is the latter, then wouldn’t Venezuela be in the same position but relatively more favorable?
I think that is the view that many in the thread have.

Wasn’t a US-backed military coup against Chavez attempted in the early period? It was defeated by the people and soldiers who were loyal to Chavez, but that might’ve had an rffect

Are you Venezuelan?

They might not be noticing the noise. Earwax buildup, reduced hearing or different angles etc.

Could be that they are in a hurry or that the door is tight too?

Which ones do you find most useful?