In a surprise turn of events, Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro secured his re-election victory with 51.2% of the vote. However, the opposition, led by Edmundo Gonzalez, cries foul and accuses the government of electoral fraud. The official results revealed a low voter turnout, with many eligible voters unable to participate.
Despite the opposition’s disappointment, Maduro’s supporters rallied around him to celebrate his triumph in the presidential election. The opposition leader, Gonzalez, called for calm among his supporters while claiming to have won the election with 70% of the vote.
Amid accusations of fraud and irregularities, the Venezuelan opposition faces a challenging time ahead as they seek to challenge Maduro’s victory. The political landscape in Venezuela remains tense, with concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.