In a surprising turn of events, Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia has left the country, seeking asylum in Spain 🇪🇸. The news comes amidst growing political tensions, leaving many Venezuelans eager for answers.
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez announced on Saturday that Gonzalez Urrutia voluntarily took refuge at the Spanish embassy in Caracas a few days ago. She shared on social media, \"After taking refuge voluntarily at the Spanish embassy in Caracas a few days ago, Gonzalez Urrutia asked the Spanish government for political asylum.\" She added that Caracas agreed to his safe passage and that he has now departed.
Adding to the confirmation, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares posted on X (formerly Twitter): \"Edmundo Gonzalez, at his own request, flies to Spain on a Spanish Air Force plane.\"
So far, neither Gonzalez Urrutia nor anyone from his party has commented on the situation. The silence leaves room for speculation about the reasons behind his sudden departure and what this means for Venezuela's political landscape.
🌐 As the story unfolds, many are left wondering: What led Gonzalez Urrutia to seek asylum? How will this impact upcoming elections? Stay tuned as we keep you updated! 📰✨
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