CARACAS: Protesters clashed with police in Venezuela as the opposition mobilized against moves to tighten President Nicolas Maduro's grip on power and vowed to continue demonstrations.

Nine protesters were injured, including one who was shot in the leg, said Ramon Muchacho, mayor of one of Caracas's districts. None of the injuries were life-threatening, he said.

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