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Argentina's Javier Milei Condemns Kidnapping of María Corina Machado on 9E by Maduro Regime

Jan 9, 2025, 08:45 PM

Mauricio Macri, the former president of Argentina, has expressed his support for Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado following her reported kidnapping by the Nicolás Maduro regime. Macri stated, "María Corina, no vamos a abandonarte, Venezuela será libre," emphasizing his commitment to her cause. The current Argentine President, Javier Milei, also condemned the violent actions against Machado, describing them as part of a broader criminal attack by the Maduro government. The Argentine government has called for regional governments to denounce the incident and demand an end to the dictatorship in Venezuela. Reports indicate that during a protest in Chacao, Maduro's agents allegedly fired upon Machado's security detail before abducting her. The Argentine administration has voiced its extreme concern over these developments, labeling them as reminiscent of the worst historical dictatorships.