In a stunning turn of events, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has declared that there is “overwhelming evidence” that Venezuela’s opposition candidate, Edmundo González, won the recent presidential election by a wide margin. This announcement comes after incumbent President Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in a disputed election.
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has revealed that their candidate, Edmundo González, received more than double the support of Nicolas Maduro in the election. The opposition has been vocal in their claims of victory, citing their own vote tally as proof of their win.
The disputed election results have sparked deadly protests in Caracas, with riot police firing tear gas and rubber bullets at demonstrators. The international community has also weighed in on the situation, with countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia calling on Venezuela to release detailed voting data.
While Venezuela’s allies like China, Russia, and Iran have recognized President Maduro’s victory, the US, European Union, and other G7 countries are demanding transparency and proof of the election results. Secretary Blinken’s statement on social media further solidifies the US stance, urging for the will of the Venezuelan people to be respected.
This latest development adds to the ongoing political turmoil in Venezuela, with calls for a peaceful transition in accordance with electoral law and the wishes of the Venezuelan people. The situation remains tense as the world watches to see how the Venezuelan government will respond to the mounting pressure for transparency and accountability.
