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US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visits the Simon Bolivar border bridge between Colombia and Venezuela with Colombian President Ivan Duque, as part as a visit to the border to inspect aid programs supporting Venezuelan refugees. IMAGES
The Simon Bolivar International Bridge between Colombia and Venezuela remains closed, with containers blocking the way and security forces guarding both sides. IMAGES
Venezuelan military, including General Sulbaran Quintero, talks with protesters on the Simon Bolivar International Bridge between Venezuela and Colombia, after deadly clashes at the border. IMAGES
Drone images show smoke coming out of a truck loaded with humanitarian aid after it was set ablaze on the Colombia-Venezuela border. DRONE IMAGES
Images of the Atanasio Girardot International Bridge closed and guarded by police on the border between Colombia and Venezuela, days before the presidential elections. Caracas ordered the armed forces to close the border between Friday 26 July and Monday 29 July to "guarantee the inviolability of the border and prevent the activities of persons who could pose a threat to security" as Venezuelans are expected to vote in presidential elections on July 28. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.