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Friday briefing: What next for Venezuela as disputed election sparks protests against Nicolás Maduro

In today’s newsletter: As the opposition accuse President Nicolás Maduro of rigging the vote, we examine the background to this and where it leaves a country already in crisis

The Guardian - UK

Venezuela Blocks Access To Twitter Amid Political Tensions

Venezuelan President Maduro blocks social network X for 10 days over alleged incitement of hatred and political unrest.

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Venezuela Opposition, US Heap Pressure On Maduro

Venezuela's opposition on Thursday warned of a potential mass exodus of migrants if President Nicolas Maduro remains in power following his contested reelection, with the US calling on the strongman not to arrest protest leaders.

International Business Times

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Édgar Ramírez brings the protests over Venezuela's electoral fallout to the 'Borderlands' premiere

The Venezuelan actor expressed his support for the opposition during the red carpet before the premiere of his new movie, "Borderlands."

Latin Times

DNA on weapons implicates ex-U.S. Green Beret in attempted Venezuelan coup, federal officials say

Federal investigators say they have uncovered the DNA of a former U.S. Green Beret on some of the 60 automatic weapons he allegedly smuggled from Florida to South America as part of a failed 2020 coup attempt against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

The Independent UK

Four Venezuelan journalists charged with terrorism as Maduro escalates attacks on the press

More than 1,300 journalists have been attacked, detained or murdered in the country since 2002

Latin Times

U.S. Official hints at Venezuela negotiations as White House refrains from calling Gonzalez president-elect

The Venezuelan elections brought much controversy across the international scene. But while the U.S. has questioned results, its tactic has not been clear

Latin Times

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‘A climate of terror’: Maduro cracks down on Venezuelans protesting contested election win

After apparent efforts to steal the election, the president sent forces to round people up in ‘Operation knock-knock’

The Guardian - US

Takeaways from AP report on fear of repression in post-election Venezuela

A Venezuelan aid worker’s arrest while catching an international flight has cast a spotlight on the climate of fear and repression engulfing the South American nation in the wake of its disputed presidential election

The Independent UK

An aid worker's airport disappearance stirs fear of repression following disputed Venezuela election

The Independent UK

'No Evidence' Of Venezuela Vote Hacking, Says Carter Center Mission Chief

There is no evidence that Venezuela's electoral system was the target of a cyber attack during elections last month, the head of the Carter Center's observation mission told AFP, confirming figures that give the opposition candidate a victory.

International Business Times

Venezuela Opponent Defies Court Summons On Poll Dispute

Venezuelan opponent Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, who claims he was the rightful winner of the country's presidential election, said Wednesday that he would defy a Supreme Court summons over the disputed results.

International Business Times

Venezuelan Opposition Candidate Edmundo González Skips High Court Hearing

Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González refuses to attend high court hearing on election audit, citing safety concerns and questioning the legalit...

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Sen. Ted Cruz is pushing for tougher immigration laws after the killing of a girl in Texas

Two Venezuelan nationals have been charged with capital murder over the death of Jocelyn Nungaray

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Venezuela Army Vows 'Absolute Loyalty' To Maduro After Opposition Appeal

Opposition leaders Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia and Maria Corina Machado on Monday appealed to the "conscience" of the military and police officers -- traditionally staunch allies of Maduro -- to "take the side of the people".

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Brazil, Colombia, Mexico Seek Solution To Venezuela Election Crisis

Neighboring countries mediate Venezuela's election crisis, urging transparency and legal avenues for resolution.

International Business Times

Maduro Attacks Social Media, Claims 'Cyber-fascist' Coup Bid

"Say no to WhatsApp!" "WhatsApp is being used to threaten Venezuela and so I'm going to delete my WhatsApp from my phone forever."

Reason

How Chávez's Socialist Revolution Created the Venezuelan Dictator Nicólas Maduro

Under collectivism, "a man must be prepared to break every moral rule," F.A. Hayek observed in 1944.

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International Business Times

Venezuela Army Vows 'Absolute Loyalty' To Maduro After Opposition Appeal

Venezuela's military on Tuesday criticized an appeal by the opposition for the support of the armed forces amid the disputed reelection of President Nicolas Maduro, saying it was "desperate and seditious."

The Guardian - US

Evidence shows Venezuela’s election was stolen – but will Maduro budge?

Analyses indicate Nicolás Maduro lost the presidential election, but country’s leader shows no signs of stepping aside

Reason

Venezuela Shows What an Actual Stolen Election Looks Like

Whether it’s Trump’s “Stop the Steal” rhetoric or Hillary Clinton’s claim that Trump was not a “legitimate president,” unsubstantiated allegations of election fraud are unseemly.

Latin Times

Maduro is now urging his followers to uninstall WhatsApp: 'it's threatening Venezuela'

"We'll have to go back to the stone age but we will not use WhatsApp or TikTok", added senior official Diosdado Cabello

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Venezuela Launches Criminal Investigation Against Opposition Leaders

Venezuela's opposition leaders face investigation for inciting military disobedience. Post-election crackdown by Maduro's government draws international cr...

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Venezuela Opens Criminal Investigation Into Opposition Leaders

Venezuela's Public Ministry investigates opposition leaders for disputing election results, amid allegations of irregularities and post-election unrest.

France 24

Venezuela launches criminal probe against opposition leaders amid protest crackdown

Venezuela's attorney general, Tarek Saab, announced a new criminal probe against opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez and leader Maria Corina Machado after they posted a letter urging the country's security forces to "stand by the people" protesting President Nicolás Maduro's contested victory in the July 28 presidential election.

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