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Venezuelan opposition leaders receive Sakharov Prize

Venezuelan opposition leaders receive Sakharov Prize

María Corina Machado and Edmundo González Urrutia have been awarded the Sakharov Prize in 2024. The award was given for their struggle to restore democracy in Venezuela.

News of the World • October 24 2024, 01:10 PM • 16242 views
Biden supports re-election in Venezuela

Biden supports re-election in Venezuela

U. S. President Joe Biden said he would support new elections in Venezuela. Earlier, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva made a similar proposal.

News of the World • August 15 2024, 09:04 PM • 22671 views
Protests intensify in Venezuela, Maduro calls for "an iron fist to uphold constitutional principles"

Protests intensify in Venezuela, Maduro calls for "an iron fist to uphold constitutional principles"

Venezuela's President Maduro demands tough government action after protests against his re-election. The opposition calls for a new 'global' rally on August 17, challenging the election results.

News of the World • August 13 2024, 08:49 AM • 20481 views
Venezuela's opposition declares a World Day of Protest on August 17

Venezuela's opposition declares a World Day of Protest on August 17

Venezuela's opposition has declared a global day of protest on August 17 to support its victory in the recent elections. The opposition leader is calling for people to take to the streets of Venezuela and the world, despite Maduro's declaration of victory.

Society • August 11 2024, 11:47 PM • 45231 views
Maduro, in an attempt to conceal election results, closes access to social media

Maduro, in an attempt to conceal election results, closes access to social media

Venezuelan President Maduro has ordered access to social network X to be blocked for 10 days. This decision was made after his election victory was widely disputed, and many countries recognized the opposition candidate as the winner.

News of the World • August 9 2024, 08:40 AM • 23394 views
Venezuela announces criminal investigation against opposition leaders

Venezuela announces criminal investigation against opposition leaders

Venezuela's chief prosecutor announced a criminal investigation against opposition leaders Gonzalez and Machado. They are accused of calling on the armed forces to withdraw their support for Maduro after the disputed election.

News of the World • August 6 2024, 03:29 PM • 20485 views
Maduro promised to stop using WhatsApp and switch to Telegram

Maduro promised to stop using WhatsApp and switch to Telegram

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has announced his intention to remove WhatsApp and switch to Telegram and WeChat. He accused WhatsApp of being used to threaten Venezuela.

Politics • August 6 2024, 01:29 AM • 114814 views
The EU does not recognize Maduro's victory in the presidential election in Venezuela

The EU does not recognize Maduro's victory in the presidential election in Venezuela

The European Union will not recognize the victory of Nicolas Maduro in the presidential election in Venezuela due to the lack of official voting data. The delay in publishing the results increases doubts about their reliability.

Politics • August 5 2024, 12:45 AM • 30757 views
“Wagnerites spotted in Venezuela during protests: Zelensky notes that the presence of Russian mercenaries is a cause for concern

“Wagnerites spotted in Venezuela during protests: Zelensky notes that the presence of Russian mercenaries is a cause for concern

Protests broke out in Venezuela after Maduro was declared the winner of the election. The presence of Russian mercenaries from the Wagner group was spotted, raising concerns about Russian interference in the country's internal affairs.

Politics • August 3 2024, 06:25 PM • 100471 views
Brazil, Colombia and Mexico call on Venezuelan president to meet with opposition

Brazil, Colombia and Mexico call on Venezuelan president to meet with opposition

Three Latin American countries demand a meeting between Venezuelan President Maduro and opposition candidate Gonzalez after the disputed election.

Politics • August 3 2024, 12:29 AM • 101962 views
Opposition in Venezuela reports that their headquarters in Caracas was destroyed overnight

Opposition in Venezuela reports that their headquarters in Caracas was destroyed overnight

Armed men stormed the opposition headquarters in Caracas, looting and destroying it. The United States and other countries call for the publication of detailed election results, considering the opposition candidate to have won.

News of the World • August 2 2024, 03:12 PM • 20119 views
USA: there is strong evidence that the opposition has won in Venezuela

USA: there is strong evidence that the opposition has won in Venezuela

The United States rejects the election results in Venezuela, declaring the victory of opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia. Venezuela's Supreme Court has launched an investigation into the disputed election at Maduro's request.

Politics • August 2 2024, 01:15 AM • 35050 views
Opposition leader in Venezuela says she fears for her life

Opposition leader in Venezuela says she fears for her life

Maria Corina Machado, leader of the Venezuelan opposition, expressed fear for her life after the election. The opposition believes that it has won, but Maduro declared his victory, which caused protests.

Society • August 1 2024, 09:06 PM • 24721 views
Senior US diplomat asks Maduro to concede election defeat

Senior US diplomat asks Maduro to concede election defeat

US diplomat Brian Nichols said that Nicolas Maduro should concede defeat in the Venezuelan elections. Maduro declared victory, which led to demonstrations in the country.

Politics • August 1 2024, 02:34 AM • 113109 views
Maduro says opposition will “never” come to power in Venezuela

Maduro says opposition will “never” come to power in Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said that the opposition will “never” come to power in the country. This followed demonstrations caused by Maduro's announcement of victory in the elections, which the opposition considers to be fraudulent.

Politics • July 31 2024, 11:40 PM • 43166 views
G7 expresses concern over elections in Venezuela

G7 expresses concern over elections in Venezuela

G7 ministers expressed solidarity with the people of Venezuela and concern over the election results. They called for the publication of detailed results and a peaceful resolution of the situation amid the protests.

News of the World • July 31 2024, 03:44 PM • 22981 views
Hungary vetoes EU joint statement on Venezuelan elections - Politico

Hungary vetoes EU joint statement on Venezuelan elections - Politico

Hungary vetoed the EU's joint statement on the Venezuelan elections, where Maduro was declared the winner. Borrell has independently expressed concerns about shortcomings and irregularities during the vote.

News of the World • July 31 2024, 09:45 AM • 15675 views
Protests against election results continue in Venezuela, police use force

Protests against election results continue in Venezuela, police use force

Protests against Maduro's election victory continue in the Venezuelan capital. Police disperse the demonstrators with tear gas and rubber bullets, while the opposition claims fraud.

Society • July 30 2024, 03:52 AM • 105104 views
Venezuela awaits election results after 25 years of socialist rule

Venezuela awaits election results after 25 years of socialist rule

Venezuela is holding the most important elections in 25 years of socialist rule. The opposition claims success, and President Maduro is confident of winning a third term.

Politics • July 29 2024, 03:46 AM • 111452 views
Presidential elections are held in Venezuela

Presidential elections are held in Venezuela

Venezuela is holding presidential elections, where incumbent President Maduro is running against opposition candidate Gonzalez. There are concerns about possible fraud and a limited number of international observers.

News of the World • July 28 2024, 11:33 AM • 26645 views
Venezuela blocks plane with ex-presidents of Latin America

Venezuela blocks plane with ex-presidents of Latin America

Venezuela did not allow a plane with former presidents who planned to observe the election to depart from Panama. The US warned Maduro against interfering in the election process.

Politics • July 27 2024, 03:56 AM • 85163 views