Thousands of Venezuelans took to the streets across the country to protest the results of the presidential election, which saw incumbent Nicolas Maduro declared the winner. Opposition leaders, including Maria Corina Machado, who emerged from hiding, claim the election was fraudulent and that candidate Edmundo Gonzalez won. Protests also took place internationally, with calls for governments to recognize Gonzalez’s victory and support the Venezuelan people.
The presidents of Brazil and Colombia have called for fresh elections in Venezuela following the disputed victory of Nicolas Maduro in last month’s election. The opposition has rejected the proposal, accusing Maduro of blocking a political transition. The call for new elections comes amidst a deepening economic crisis and rising tensions in Venezuela.
Venezuela has blocked access to Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) for ten days, citing violations of national telecommunications regulations. The ban has led to a massive surge in VPN demand as Venezuelans seek to bypass the restrictions. The move follows accusations of election fraud and Musk’s vocal criticism of Venezuelan President Maduro.
Brazil and Nicaragua have expelled each other’s ambassadors, marking a further deterioration in relations between the two leftist governments. The dispute stems from Nicaragua’s expulsion of Brazil’s ambassador following his refusal to attend a Sandinista anniversary celebration. This incident comes amidst broader tensions between Brazil and other Latin American left-wing governments over Venezuela’s contested election.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has ordered a 10-day ban on Twitter, citing its alleged role in inciting violence following the disputed presidential election. The move comes amidst widespread protests demanding Maduro’s resignation and has sparked international condemnation.
Venezuela’s Supreme Court has declared Edmundo Gonzalez, a presidential candidate who claims victory over Nicolas Maduro, in contempt of court for refusing to attend a certification of the July 28 election results. The court, acting on a request from Maduro, summoned all candidates and their parties to the hearing. Meanwhile, opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s home was raided by security forces, raising concerns about a crackdown on dissent following the disputed election.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of interfering in Venezuela’s elections by deploying Wagner mercenaries to support the government. Meanwhile, protests continue in Venezuela against President Maduro, who has been accused of election fraud. The situation highlights the growing global influence of Russia and China in Venezuela, where both countries have significant investments.
Argentine President Javier Milei expressed gratitude to Brazil for taking over the custody of Argentina’s embassy in Venezuela after staff were ordered to leave following Buenos Aires’ condemnation of Nicolas Maduro’s reelection. The move came in response to Venezuela’s expulsion of diplomatic staff from seven Latin American countries, including Argentina, who jointly called for a review of the election results. Milei emphasized the need for a free and democratic Venezuela, hinting at a future reopening of the embassy.
Venezuela erupted in violent protests after President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in a disputed election, leaving four people dead and dozens injured. The opposition and international observers have condemned the vote as fraudulent, alleging manipulation of results. Amid rising tensions, the government has clamped down on dissent, with reports of arrests and intimidation. The unrest underscores the deep political polarization and economic crisis gripping the country.
The recent Venezuelan presidential election has sparked a wave of international reactions, with some countries expressing concern over the disputed results and others congratulating President Nicolas Maduro. The election, which saw Maduro declared the winner with 51% of the vote, has been met with criticism from the United States, the European Union, and several Latin American countries, who have raised concerns about the electoral process and called for a thorough investigation. However, some world leaders, including Russia and Cuba, have offered their congratulations to Maduro, praising his victory.
