Argentine President Javier Milei criticized Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro for bringing forward Christmas to cover up a crackdown on dissidents. Milei also criticized Brazil for banning the social media platform X. The Madrid Forum, a conservative group, expressed support for the Venezuelan people and denounced the international community's response to Maduro's regime.
Peru recognizes Edmundo González as the president-elect of Venezuela after a sham election claimed by Nicolás Maduro. The situation mirrors events from 2019 when Juan Guaidó was proclaimed president. Venezuela is currently in a political crisis with protests against the Maduro regime.
Edmundo González Urrutia, a 74-year-old former diplomat, unexpectedly joins the Venezuelan presidential race against President Nicolás Maduro, despite concerns over electoral results and government suppression.
Retired diplomat Edmundo González unexpectedly emerges as a presidential candidate challenging Venezuela's long-ruling authoritarian leader, Nicolás Maduro. Despite lack of political ambitions, he is seen as a unifying figure by the opposition. His conciliatory approach and low profile may pose challenges in gaining voter support.
The U.S. administration has reinstated sanctions on Venezuela's oil and gas sector due to President Nicolás Maduro's failure to commit to free and fair elections.
Venezuelans in Caracas burned effigies of socialist dictator Nicolás Maduro and opposition figures during the traditional 'burning of Judas' on Easter, reflecting political tensions and accusations of collaboration with the regime.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson allegedly secretly traveled to Venezuela to meet with socialist dictator Nicolás Maduro. He discussed the Russian invasion of Ukraine and other topics with Maduro, acting as a back channel for the UK. Johnson's office claims he emphasized the need for Venezuela to embrace democracy and respect its neighbors' territorial integrity.
The article reflects on the 25th anniversary of the rise of the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, highlighting the negative impact of socialism on the author's life and the country as a whole.