Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado boldly addressed a mass rally in Caracas, defying government threats of arrest. Fleeing earlier accusations of electoral fraud by President Nicolás Maduro, Machado stood strong, insisting on the legitimacy of opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez’s victory.
Despite claims of violence and calls for imprisonment from Maduro, Machado’s resilience shone as she rallied her supporters under the banner “Venezuela has won”. Chaos and unrest ensued as the electoral commission, controlled by Maduro’s allies, declared his victory, lacking transparency that independent observers sought.
As the opposition continued to challenge the results, Machado’s plea for hope and peace resonated with her followers amidst the escalating violence. With international pressure mounting and regional allies divided, Venezuela remains on edge as the struggle for power intensifies.