Venezuela Holds Presidential Election Campaign Rallies

The closing campaign for Venezuela's presidential election saw significant rallies from both incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia. Maduro, seeking a third term, attracted thousands of supporters to Avenida Bolivar, although reports indicated many attendees were state employees transported by buses. In contrast, Urrutia's supporters gathered in Avenida Las Mercedes, with witnesses claiming it was one of the largest anti-Chavista demonstrations in Caracas history. Over 20 million eligible voters are expected to participate in the election on July 28, amidst concerns of potential election fraud and violence. Maduro's campaign has been marked by extravagant rallies and warnings of chaos should he lose, drawing criticism from international observers. Meanwhile, Urrutia has expressed confidence in the military's role in ensuring a fair election outcome.