Thousands of supporters gathered in Caracas to rally in support of an opposition candidate in Venezuela’s recent presidential election, which they believe was won by a landslide. Despite authorities declaring President Nicolás Maduro the winner, the opposition candidate, María Corina Machado, and her supporters have alleged irregularities and lack of transparency in the voting process. Hundreds of opposition supporters have been arrested, and Machado herself has been threatened with imprisonment. Masked assailants ransacked the opposition’s headquarters, further escalating tensions.
During the rally, Machado expressed confidence in the opposition’s victory and promised to continue the fight against Maduro’s government, which has faced criticism for its policies leading to mass emigration. The atmosphere was charged with chants, songs, and declarations of unity among the opposition supporters. Machado, who has been banned from running for office for 15 years, emphasized the strength and determination of the opposition movement.
After the rally, Machado was escorted away on a motorcycle for security reasons. Meanwhile, Maduro called for his own supporters to attend a separate march to show their allegiance to his government. The situation in Venezuela remains tense, with both sides claiming victory in the contested election. The international community is closely monitoring the developments in the country, as tensions continue to rise between the government and the opposition.
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