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Massive Protests Return in Venezuela as Citizens Demand Maduro End His Rule
International
Published on 24 April 2026
Election rigging claims meet a widening crackdown
Venezuelans took to the streets again on Saturday in Caracas, drawing protesters from across society to call for an end to Nicolás Maduro’s 11-year presidency. The renewed unrest is driven by claims he tried to rig last week’s election and by concerns about an expanding crackdown on opposition supporters.
- Large protests erupted in Caracas demanding an end to Maduro’s rule
- Allegations of election rigging are fueling fresh anger
- Opposition supporters say a crackdown is intensifying
- Demonstrations drew citizens from different walks of life
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