Protests erupt in Venezuela after Maduro's controversial re-election

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Protests erupted in Venezuela following the re-election of President Nicolás Maduro, resulting in at least two deaths. Over 100 protests occurred nationwide, with demonstrators toppling statues and demanding freedom. The National Electoral Council confirmed Maduro's victory, but doubts about the election's legitimacy persist, with international observers calling for transparency. Venezuela faces severe economic challenges, including a $150 billion debt and a minimum wage of $3.50 per month.


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