Venezuela will hold a presidential election on Sunday, with incumbent Nicolas Maduro seeking a third term. The election has been marred by controversy, with opposition candidate Maria Corina Machado facing a ban from holding office and the United States reimposing sanctions due to alleged electoral violations. This timeline outlines the key events leading up to the vote.
Results for: Maria Corina Machado
Milciades Avila, security chief for Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, was released from jail a day after his arrest on charges of gender violence. His release comes amidst heightened political tensions ahead of Venezuela’s upcoming election, with the opposition alleging government interference.