Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro faces ongoing protests and international condemnation following a disputed election in which opposition candidate Edmundo González claims victory. Despite evidence suggesting González won by a significant margin and widespread calls for transparency, Maduro continues to tighten his grip on power, supported by security forces and Russian intervention, including the presence of the Wagner Group. Opposition leaders María Corina Machado and González have been forced into hiding but continue to rally support, demanding the publication of voting records. International pressure, including statements from the U.S. and 21 other countries, has yet to affect Maduro's hold on power. Analysts warn that increased Russian involvement could destabilize the region further.