London 19.01.05 | The past weeks have turned out to be very interesting indeed for those of us following the tragicomedy of Venezuelan politics. First it was the capture of a wanted Colombian terrorist, who had been living in Venezuela enjoying protection from the regime, for a number of years. Then it was the absurd spat with Colombia over the issue. Colombia's reaction added great emotion to it: Uribe's government started by inviting Chavez to an open dialogue with regional partners to which, as expected from a Castro disciple, was refused. Then a diplomatic rift between the two countries; on...