“President Maduro inaugurated amid protests in VenezuelaVenezuelan President Nicolas Maduro began his third presidential term through 2031 amid mass protests. The inauguration took place under increased security, and Western countries introduced new sanctions against Venezuelan officials.”, — write on: unn.ua
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Maduro took his oath in the Palace of the Legislative Assembly of Venezuela, which was heavily guarded by security forces. As the agency writes, law enforcement officers have become “Maduro’s main support after the disputed elections last summer.” At the same time, people wearing T-shirts came out in the streets of Caracas in support of the president.
These events contrast with the ongoing protests in the country. Hundreds of Venezuelans took to the streets of the capital with protests against Maduro’s seizure of power. They oppose Maduro going for his third six-year term.
During these rallies, one of the leaders of the opposition and the former Vice President of Venezuela, Maria Corina Machado, was detained. Maduro’s supporters accused the opposition faction of spreading fake news to create an international crisis. During his presidential speech, Maduro said nothing for the opposition and its movement against him.
State television reported that 10 heads of state were present at the inauguration. Most of the world’s governments expressed doubts about the results of the presidential elections and rejected the invitation.
To emphasize Venezuela’s growing isolation, countries such as the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and the European Union have announced new sanctions against more than 20 officials, accusing them of undermining Venezuela’s democracy.
Nicolás Maduro came to power in March 2013, after the death of his predecessor, Hugo Chávez. He will remain in power until at least 2031.
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Venezuelan authorities released 225 people arrested during protests against Maduro’s re-election.