Elections in Venezuela: Statements and Controversies Following May 25
he process was marked by questionable voter turnout, accusations of illegitimacy, and the imprisonment of opposition leaders.
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Venezuela’s CNE Presents Advance Results of May 25 elections
Venezuela’s National Electoral Council (CNE) presented on Friday night a first update of the results of the regional and legislative elections held this May 25.
Juan Pablo Guanipa and Over 50 People Arrested Over Alleged Violent Plot Against Venezuela’s Elections
The Venezuelan government has announced the arrest of more than 50 people for allegedly preparing a violent plan to disrupt the elections on May 25.
Panama and Venezuela Resume Commercial Flights After Nearly 10 Months of Suspension
Arrival area of Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, Venezuela’s main air terminal. Photo: Rogerio Tomaz Jr. (Courtesy). Guacamaya, May…
Marco Rubio Says No Extension of Chevron License
Marco Rubio, a Florida senator for 14 years, is now Secretary of State and Acting National Security Advisor in the…
Supreme Court Authorizes End of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans
Marble facade of the Supreme Court of Justice in Washington, D.C., the highest judicial authority in the United States, where…
Venezuela’s Diosdado Cabello Suspends Flights from Colombia Over Alleged “Mercenary” Threat
Venezuela’s Interior Minister, Diosdado Cabello, announced this Monday the suspension of all flights from Colombia for security reasons.
Survey: Turnout for Venezuela’s May 25 Elections Estimated at 20% to 25%
The polling firm Poder y Estrategia states that voter turnout for the legislative and regional elections on May 25 could be around 24%.
Opposition Candidates Requesens and Franco Reiterate Call to Vote on May 25 Despite Obstacles
The candidates Juan Requesens (Miranda) and Lustay Franco (Falcón), reiterated this Wednesday their call for citizens to actively participate.
Guyana Defence Force Reports Attacks by Armed Groups Near Border with Venezuela
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) reported on Thursday that a patrol was attacked by armed groups near the Cuyuní River, on the de facto border with Venezuela.