The United States announces a reward of 25 million dollars for the arrest of Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela

The United States has announced a reward increase of $25 million (£20.4 million) for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on the day he was sworn in for a third six-year term.

The inauguration ceremony was overshadowed by recriminations from the international community and Venezuelan opposition leaders.

Rewards have also been offered for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello.

A new reward of up to $15 million has also been offered for Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino.

The UK also imposed sanctions on 15 senior Venezuelan officials, including judges, members of the security forces and military officers.

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said those sanctioned were responsible for “undermining democracy, the rule of law and human rights violations”.

Foreign Secretary David Lammy described Maduro’s regime as “fraudulent.”