Venezuelans are ready for the big protest this Saturday, August 17, 2024, called by the opposition against electoral fraud. The rally was also called for in more than 300 cities around the world.
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The Venezuelan opposition leadership does not rule out that this call will become the The largest global mobilization in recent times, promoted even by influencers and singers such as Ricardo Montaner, Danny Ocean and LassoThey insist that Nicolás Maduro recognize his defeat in the presidential elections of July 28, 2024.
“Going tomorrow is very important and the next time we call too… As many times as necessary“said Maria Corina Machado, leader of the Venezuelan opposition.
In Caracas, the activity is taking place on Francisco de Miranda Avenue near the Líder shopping centre. In the regions, citizens will gather in squares. Many are putting their fears aside to return to the streets in defence of their vote.
“We want to get out of this communism, nothing more.” said Milby Pereda, a Venezuelan citizen who says she is willing to defend her vote.
Daniel Bello, another Venezuelan citizen, noted that “raising their voice is the only tool” they have.
Why are some Venezuelans hesitant to attend the protest?
Others confess their desire to attend, but arbitrary arrests, repression and harassment make them hesitate.
“I have a family, so as a Venezuelan I am very aware of these kinds of things, because my children are waiting for me at home. That is why I am inhibited.“argued Luis Alvarado, a Venezuelan citizen.
Ramón Vásquez, another citizen of Venezuela, believes that, “If they catch you on the march, they’ll put you in jail.”.
Chavismo also called for a mobilization to celebrate the victory that, according to the National Electoral Council (CNE) of Venezuela, President Nicolás Maduro obtained in the elections.
On the afternoon of Friday, August 16, 2024, after eight days of enforced disappearance, the whereabouts of María Oropeza, the coordinator of Vente Venezuela in the state of Portuguesa, who broadcast her arrest live, were revealed. She was charged with terrorism and inciting hatred.
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Source: https://www.noticiascaracol.com/mundo/venezolanos-listos-para-protesta-contra-fraude-electoral-queremos-salir-del-comunismo-rg10
