Why Venezuelan opposition ex-Presidential candidate fled the country: Key details
Sunday, 8 September 2024 () Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez has sought asylum in Spain after hiding due to an arrest warrant following disputed presidential election results favoring Nicolás Maduro. Venezuela granted him safe conduct to leave the country, emphasizing adherence to international law and aiming for political peace amid ongoing diplomatic tensions with Brazil.
Venezuela’s opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado, called for worldwide demonstrations on Saturday, as she continues her efforts to force President Nicolas Maduro to negotiate and acknowledge..
Thousands of people rallied in the streets of Venezuela's capital Saturday, waving the national flag and singing the national anthem to support an opposition candidate they believe won the presidential..
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The departure of Edmundo González, who Venezuela’s opposition and several foreign governments consider the legitimate winner of July’s presidential race,... NPR