The United States and countries worldwide have strongly criticized the outcome of Venezuela’s recent presidential election. Nicolás Maduro, the incumbent, claimed victory amidst allegations of widespread fraud.
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the President of Brazil and a prominent figure in the region’s leftist movement, issued a cautious statement that refrained from congratulating Maduro on his win. Lula emphasized the importance of transparency, credibility, and legitimacy in the election results. He underscored the need for detailed data by polling station from the National Electoral Council for a clear picture of the election outcome.
Colombia, led by Gustavo Petro, a former leftist militant, also refrained from acknowledging Maduro’s victory. Instead, the country called for the release of detailed vote counts and urged international observers to report their findings. Colombia’s Foreign Minister, Luis Gilberto Murillo, stressed the importance of dispelling any doubts regarding the election results.
| Country | Leader | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva | Did not congratulate Maduro, emphasized transparency and credibility of election results |
| Colombia | Gustavo Petro | Called for release of detailed vote counts and reports from international observers |
