Venezuela’s opposition figure, Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, has fled to Spain, vowing to “continue the fight” against President Nicolas Maduro’s regime. Urrutia, who believes he is the rightful president-elect of Venezuela, made the decision to leave his home country in order to escape political persecution.
Urrutia’s departure comes amidst ongoing political turmoil in Venezuela, with Maduro facing increasing international pressure and widespread protests calling for his removal from power. Urrutia has been a vocal critic of the Maduro government, accusing it of corruption and human rights abuses.
In a statement released after his arrival in Spain, Urrutia reaffirmed his commitment to the Venezuelan people and his determination to bring about change in the country. He urged Venezuelans to continue the struggle for democracy and freedom, despite the challenges they face.
Urrutia’s decision to flee to Spain highlights the difficult situation facing opposition figures in Venezuela, where dissent is often met with violence and repression. As Urrutia prepares to continue his fight from abroad, the future of Venezuela remains uncertain, with both Maduro’s government and the opposition locked in a bitter struggle for power.
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