Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has been sworn in for a third presidential term, sparking controversy and opposition claims of a 'coup d'etat.' The ceremony, held in a small room of the National Assembly, marked a departure from previous grand ceremonies.
Maduro, sworn in by National Assembly leader Jorge Rodríguez, declared during his speech that the power vested in him was not influenced by foreign entities. The event was attended by leaders from Nicaragua and Cuba, as well as representatives from China and Russia.
