Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has stirred controversy by signing a decree to block access to the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, for 10 days. This decision came after a heated public exchange with owner Elon Musk, who referred to Maduro as a “dictator” and a “clown.”
The disagreement arose following Maduro’s victory in a disputed presidential election, which has sparked anti-government protests and led to numerous arrests by Venezuelan security forces. Independent observers deemed the election undemocratic, with the main opposition claiming their candidate had actually won by a significant margin.
Maduro, accusing Musk of inciting hate and civil unrest, announced the ban on state television, citing violations of Venezuelan laws. Musk had previously supported the opposition candidate and publicly criticized Maduro’s leadership, calling for change in Venezuela.
This clash between the Venezuelan president and the tech mogul has captured international attention, highlighting the ongoing political turmoil in the country. The ban on X underscores the power struggles and ideological conflicts at play in Venezuela’s current crisis.