Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:18am on 30 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Thousands protested in Caracas, Venezuela, disputing President Nicolás Maduro's election win. Opposition candidate Edmundo González claims 73.2% of the vote, citing fraud. Protesters marched on the presidential palace, met with tear gas and rubber bullets. The election aimed to end Maduro's 11-year rule amid economic crisis. Opposition parties united behind González, citing favorable opinion polls. Security forces responded with force, sparking clashes. The disputed result sparks uncertainty, with protesters demanding a recount. International observers are yet to comment on the election's legitimacy.
