TVN Team Deported from Venezuela
August 11, 2024, 10:34 AM
The Chilean state-run television network, TVN, announced today that its press team in Venezuela has been deported. The team, consisting of journalist Iván Núñez and cameraman José Luis Tapia, was arrested in the past few hours.
TVN stated that the decision to deport the team was made by the Venezuelan authorities. The network expressed its commitment to providing timely and accurate information about the situation.
The news of the deportation comes amidst heightened tensions in Venezuela following the controversial presidential elections earlier this year. The elections sparked widespread protests in the country.
Background
TVN’s team was in Venezuela to cover the ongoing political and social situation. They entered the country legally with proper documentation. Their detention and subsequent deportation sparked concern and diplomatic efforts from the Chilean government.
Government Response
The Chilean Foreign Ministry expressed concern about the situation and called for the immediate release of the TVN team. Foreign Minister Alberto van Klaveren stated that they are coordinating with Colombian authorities to facilitate their return.
TVN Statement
TVN released a public statement expressing their commitment to providing unbiased and objective news coverage. They emphasized their journalistic integrity and their desire to provide a pluralistic perspective on the situation.