Venezuela: Opposition says it has proof of candidate's win over Maduro - Video
The Venezuelan opposition has announced that it possesses concrete evidence to prove that its candidate, Edmundo González, won the recent presidential election.
This revelation comes amidst widespread protests and allegations of electoral fraud.
The presidential election, held on Sunday, July 28, saw President Nicolás Maduro declared the winner by the National Electoral Council. According to the council, Maduro secured 51.2% of the vote, while González received 44.2%.
However, these results have been met with scepticism and outright rejection by the opposition, citizens and many international observers.
Edmundo González, alongside opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, addressed supporters and the media, claiming they have obtained more than 70% of the tally sheets from polling stations nationwide. These documents, they assert, show González with a significant lead over Maduro.
"We have in our hands the tally sheets that demonstrate our victory," González stated confidently.
"Today, we have great news to share with all Venezuelans. It's a miracle, it's a miracle. But today, I want to tell all Venezuelans, both inside and outside the country, all Venezuelans around the world, that we now have the means to prove the truth of what happened yesterday (July 28) in Venezuela," Maria Corina also told the media and supporters.
Maduro's victory announcement has sparked massive protests across Venezuela. Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets, demanding a transparent recount and the recognition of González's victory.
The protests have been largely peaceful, though there have been instances of clashes with security forces, who have used tear gas to disperse crowds.
