Venezuela Election Ends in Controversy

Venezuela's presidential election has ended in controversy as both incumbent Nicolás Maduro and opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia claimed victory. Official results declared Maduro the winner with 51.2% of the vote, but the opposition alleged widespread fraud and claimed González had actually won 70%. This outcome has sparked protests and international skepticism, with the U.S., Canada, and the EU calling for a transparent and detailed breakdown of the vote. Reports of irregularities, including voter intimidation and delayed polling station closures, have further fueled doubts about the election’s legitimacy. The election has significant implications for Venezuela's future, potentially exacerbating the ongoing economic and social crises that have already led millions to flee the country.