US Expresses Concern Over Venezuela Election Results
The United States has voiced its grave concern over the outcome of Venezuela’s recent presidential election, where incumbent President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivered a speech in Tokyo, stating that the US was troubled by the legitimacy of the results, questioning whether they truly represented the will of the Venezuelan people.
Call for Transparency and Fairness
Blinken called on Venezuelan election officials to release the full results in a transparent and timely manner. He emphasized the importance of every vote being counted fairly and urged electoral authorities to share information with the opposition and independent observers. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and stands ready to respond accordingly.
Delayed Announcement Fuels Controversy
The announcement of the election results was delayed, raising suspicions among opposition leaders and international observers. The National Electoral Council, perceived to be under Maduro’s control, declared his victory without disclosing detailed polling station counts. This lack of transparency has fueled further controversy and skepticism surrounding the election outcome.
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