Venezuela’s Government Claims Victory in Polls Boycotted by Opposition Leader

Polling places in Caracas, the capital, and other cities were sparsely populated but officials claimed turnout was higher than 40 percent.

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In the Shadow of a Tainted Election Steal, Maduro Asks Venezuelans to Vote Again

Some in the opposition say the only way to protest is to abstain. Others say doing so will let the government “say they won without resistance.”

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Venezuelan Opposition Leaders Flee to U.S. After 412 Days in Hiding

The five officials ran one of the most consequential presidential campaigns in the country’s history while sheltering at the Argentine diplomatic residence.

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Venezuela’s Autocrat Detains U.S. Citizens As He Tightens Grip on Power

President Nicolás Maduro will be sworn in for another six years on Friday, and he is hoping to use foreign prisoners to get his way on the global stage.

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Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado, Is Freed After Being Detained

During her detention, an aide said, Maria Corina Machado “was forced to record several videos.” She has garnered enormous support for her opposition to Nicolás Maduro.

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Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado, Detained at Protest

Ms. Machado has garnered enormous support for her opposition to the country’s autocrat, Nicolás Maduro.

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Recognized by U.S. as Venezuela’s President-Elect, Edmundo González Meets With Biden

The meeting was part of Mr. González’s international tour to drum up support for Venezuela’s opposition.

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For Opponents Hiding from Venezuelan Government, No Food, Water or Power

Six leading opposition activists and advisers have taken refuge at the Argentine diplomatic residence for eight months. Now, the police are cutting off basic services.

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