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The Latest: Venezuela chooses between another presidential term for Maduro or a big change

Venezuelans are choosing whether to give another six years to President Nicolás Maduro and extend the policies that have caused the world’s worst peacetime economic collapse, or whether to go with his last-minute opponent, retired diplomat Edmundo González

The Independent UK

Venezuela votes in election that could end 25 years of socialist rule

Edmundo González Urrutia could upset Nicolás Maduro’s run for a third term – but several obstacles can prevent a regime change

The Guardian - UK

Despite almost 5 million eligible Venezuelan voters abroad, only 1% will be allowed to vote on Sunday

The latest electoral register includes 69,000 who'll be able to vote for the presidential elections outside of the country

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Venezuela's Maduro appeals to Hugo Chávez's legacy amid final push to win voters before election

During a nationally televised intervention, Maduro constantly recalled his predecessor while presenting his "Plan of the Future"

Latin Times

A list of all the international observers banned or deported from Venezuela before the elections

From a convoy of ex-Latin American presidents halted in Panama to a group of Spanish senators who were banned at Venezuelan customs

Latin Times

Maduro's last dance? Venezuela's ultimate political survivor faces toughest challenge yet

Nicolás Maduro has survived an almost impossible litany of threats since becoming the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez's political heir in 2013

The Independent UK

Ex-diplomat, political newcomer, grandpa. That's Edmundo González, Venezuela's Maduro rival

The past two months have been unlike anything Edmundo González Urrutia had ever experienced: He gave political speeches, shook people’s hands and waved from the top of a truck moving through cheering crowds gathered across Venezuela

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Tense Venezuela Votes In Shadow Of 'Bloodbath' Warning

Venezuelans vote Sunday between continuity in President Nicolas Maduro or change in rival Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia amid high tension following the incumbent's threat of a "bloodbath" if he loses, which polls suggest is likely.

International Business Times

Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia says his government would be 'for everyone' - Interview

González answered a series of questions from the Latin Times ahead of the country's consequential elections

Latin Times

Venezuelans Head To Polls In Crucial Presidential Election

Venezuelans prepare for a pivotal presidential election as opposition unites against Maduro's regime. Experts caution that changing the president may not b...

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Five Key Points As Venezuela Heads To The Polls

Venezuelans go to the polls Sunday to elect a president between incumbent Nicolas Maduro and rival Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, in a tense atmosphere marked by the last-minute barring of international observers and complaints of widespread opposition repression.

International Business Times

In Venezuela Vote, Both Sides Predict Victory, But Opposition Fears Fraud

Voters on both sides of the political aisle in Venezuela are convinced of victory in Sunday's presidential elections, in which incumbent Nicolas Maduro faces opposition challenger Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia.

International Business Times

Economic crisis in Venezuela has people turning to odd jobs and even gambling in order to make ends meet

The refugee agency UNHCR estimates that more than 7.7 million Venezuelans have left since 2014

Latin Times

Venezuela's main opposition candidate hopes to have 'cordial relations' with China, U.S. and Russia if elected

Edmundo González Urrutia also said that he trusts the country's military will respect Sunday's election results

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U.S. government expresses concern over Venezuelan elections on Sunday: 'We're watching'

"Any political repression and violence is unacceptable" said White House spokesperson John Kirby

International Business Times

Regional Concern Grows As Venezuela Blocks Vote Observers

Panama on Friday accused Venezuela of blocking a flight carrying former Latin American presidents -- all critics of President Nicolas Maduro -- to observe elections due in two days.

Latin Times

Spanish lawmakers reportedly banned from entering Venezuela to observe presidential elections

"We leave with a founded fear that there will be a coup on Sunday," a group member said at the airport

Latin Times

President of Venezuela's National Journalist's Association speaks out on censorship as Sunday's elections loom

"There's a clear intention to generate informational obscurantism," Tinedo Guía said in an interview with the Latin Times

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Panamanian president warns outcome of Venezuela's elections could increase migratory flows in Darien Gap, and fast

President Mulino said that "practically all of Venezuela is walking through there every day"

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Maria Corina Machado: Symbol Of Hope And Resistance

Maria Corina Machado, a symbol of hope and perseverance in Venezuela, faces challenges and inspires many to stand up against repression.

The Conversation

Venezuela election: Maduro’s regime is crumbling, but he will not give up without a fight

Venezuela is poised for a historic vote on Sunday, July 28 that could bring the 11-year reign of the country’s authoritarian president, Nicolás Maduro, to an end – and with it, the widespread sense of hopelessness that has sparked a mass exodus from the country.

Latin Times

Venezuelan Elections: Maduro government increases opposition arrests as contest nears

As the Venezuelan contest nears, the Maduro regime steps up opposition arrests and conspiracy claims, including gaining support from criminal gangs

Al Jazeera

Venezuela presidential candidates hold final rallies ahead of election

The incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and main contender Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia have wrapped up their campaigns.

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Venezuela's Presidential Campaign Season Ends With Contrasting Demonstrations

Venezuela's presidential campaign season concludes with contrasting rallies between Maduro and opposition candidates, highlighting challenges and support d...

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Venezuela's Crucial Election: Maduro Vs. Opposition Candidate

Learn about Venezuela's upcoming presidential election, where a united opposition challenges Maduro amid economic hardships and concerns about fairness.

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