Nicolas Maduro’s regime is moving quickly to crush dissent following his controversial win in the July 28 election. The opposition, backed by evidence from polling stations, claims he lost by a wide margin.
Maduro regime is now urging citizens to report anyone who opposes the government. This has created a climate of fear, forcing many opposition activists to go into hiding or flee the country. The crackdown aims to silence critics and secure Maduro’s control.
The United States had acknowledged Edmundo Gonzalez as the rightful winner of Venezuela’s contested presidential election, rejecting President Nicolas Maduro’s claim of victory. Gonzalez, the opposition candidate, was recognized by the U.S. based on the evidence showing he received the most votes in the election.
As the government tightens its grip, civil society and political freedoms are under threat. The harsh measures have stifled political debate and endangered human rights in Venezuela. The international community watches closely as Maduro regime continues to suppress dissent.
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