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Maduro declaring himself winner of Venezuela's elections could lead to a spike in regional migration

About 7.7 million Venezuelans have already left the country over the past years. That number may increase with the election results

Latin Times

Venezuela Opposition Cries Foul Over Maduro Poll Victory

Venezuela's opposition declared it was the rightful victor of a presidential election as global concern poured in Monday over alleged irregularities in the re-election of strongman Nicolas Maduro.

International Business Times

Maduro regime not recognised by Britain amid new disputed presidential election, says No10

Downing Street voiced concerns about allegations of ‘serious irregularities’ in the presidential poll on Sunday

Evening Standard

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Maduro Declared Venezuela Election Winner, Opposition Reject Result

Nicolas Maduro was declared the winner of Venezuela's presidential election on Sunday but the opposition and key regional neighbours immediately rejected the official results. Maduro won re-election with 51.2 percent of votes, while opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia received 44.2 percent, the electoral council announced.

International Business Times

Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro declared winner in disputed vote

Millions in long-suffering nation saw vote as best shot to end 25 years of single-party rule

Evening Standard

Nicolás Maduro claims victory in hotly contested Venezuela presidential elections

Despite the official announcement, opposition leaders were celebrating what they perceived as a landslide victory for Edmundo Gonzalez

The Independent UK

Opposition reacts to Maduro claiming victory in elections, calls it 'fraud' and 'theft'

From members of the Comando con Venezuela coalition to ex-presidential hopeful Leopoldo López, indignation came flooding in after the announcement

Latin Times

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Venezuela’s Maduro formally declared winner of presidential vote as opposition claims irregularities

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro won re-election with 51% of Sunday's vote, the electoral council announced on Monday, following a campaign marred by claims of opposition intimidation and fears of fraud. Opposition candidate Edmundo González, who had been leading in independent polls, won 44% of the vote.

France 24

Top Venezuelan official calls on supporters take to the streets as tensions rise

As polls officially closed in the historic Venezuelan elections, uncertainty dominates the landscape

Latin Times

Ex-diplomat, political newcomer, grandpa. That's Edmundo González, Venezuela's Maduro rival

The past two months have been unlike anything Edmundo González Urrutia had ever experienced: He gave political speeches, shook people’s hands and waved from the top of a truck moving through cheering crowds gathered across Venezuela

The Independent UK

Tense Venezuela Votes In Shadow Of 'Bloodbath' Warning

Venezuelans vote Sunday between continuity in President Nicolas Maduro or change in rival Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia amid high tension following the incumbent's threat of a "bloodbath" if he loses, which polls suggest is likely.

International Business Times

Five Key Points As Venezuela Heads To The Polls

Venezuelans go to the polls Sunday to elect a president between incumbent Nicolas Maduro and rival Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, in a tense atmosphere marked by the last-minute barring of international observers and complaints of widespread opposition repression.

International Business Times

In Venezuela Vote, Both Sides Predict Victory, But Opposition Fears Fraud

Voters on both sides of the political aisle in Venezuela are convinced of victory in Sunday's presidential elections, in which incumbent Nicolas Maduro faces opposition challenger Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia.

International Business Times

Regional Concern Grows As Venezuela Blocks Vote Observers

Panama on Friday accused Venezuela of blocking a flight carrying former Latin American presidents -- all critics of President Nicolas Maduro -- to observe elections due in two days.

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Venezuela's Presidential Campaign Season Ends With Contrasting Demonstrations

Venezuela's presidential campaign season concludes with contrasting rallies between Maduro and opposition candidates, highlighting challenges and support d...

Latin Times

Is Venezuela's Maduro struggling to maintain military support ahead of the country's elections?

As tensions across the country loom large, some reports are claiming that to be the case

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France 24

‘Real enthusiasm’: Venezuela’s opposition may be on the cusp of unseating Maduro

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is vying for a third term in Sunday’s presidential election after being in power for more than a decade. But weakened by economic crisis and a deteriorating security situation, Hugo Chavez's chosen successor is trailing in polls against opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, who is looking…

International Business Times

Tense Venezuela Enters Final Day Of Election Campaign

A fraught election campaign closes Thursday in Venezuela, mired in uncertainty with President Nicolas Maduro having warned of a "bloodbath" if he loses -- which polls say is likely.

Latin Times

Venezuela Cancels Invitation To Argentina's Ex-president To Observe Vote

Maduro is seeking a third six-year term with the opposition polling far in the lead despite what is being seen as a campaign of intimidation and persecution.

International Business Times

'Yes We Can!' Venezuela's Machado Beats Opposition Drum In Face Of Threats

Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, barred by the regime from contesting Sunday's presidential election but tirelessly campaigning for her stand-in, gets mobbed by adoring supporters wherever she goes.

The Independent UK

Maduro seeks to shore up Venezuela military's support ahead of vote threatening his hold on power

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is working hard to shore up the loyalty of the armed forces and keep top commanders in line, days ahead of a hotly disputed election that threatens the self-proclaimed socialist's hold on power

International Business Times

Amid Fears Of Foul Play, Venezuela Girds For Uncertain Election

Uncertainty is hanging over Venezuela as it prepares for presidential elections next Sunday that many fear incumbent Nicolas Maduro will attempt to steal from the opposition candidate outshining him in polls.

International Business Times

Venezuela's Opposition Candidate Gonzalez Urrutia: From Placeholder To Pointman

Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, a soft-spoken grandfather who eschews the spotlight, is the Venezuelan opposition's hope for unseating strongman Nicolas Maduro in July 28 presidential elections.

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