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Argentina declares three-day national mourning upon Chávez's death

Venezuela Stable after Chavez's Death, Election to be Called within 30 Days

"The situation in Venezuela remained stable Tuesday following the death of President Hugo Chavez though his grieving supporters took to the streets, chanting slogans in memory of the socialist leader. Earlier in the day, Vice President Nicolas Maduro, accompanied by key members of cabinet, announced the death of Chavez, who had battled with cancer for almost two years. Maduro referred to the leader's death as a "historical tragedy" and called on Venezuelans to be vigilant for the peace of the country. "