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Protester Dies in Venezuela Amid Clashes Over Disputed Election Granting Maduro Third Term

Jul 30, 2024, 09:35 AM

At least one person has died in Venezuela as protests erupted over the disputed election results that granted President Nicolas Maduro a third term in power. Security forces responded to the protests by firing tear gas and rubber bullets at demonstrators. Thousands of protesters flooded several neighbourhoods in Caracas, leading to violent clashes with the police. An NGO reported the fatality as security forces attempted to break up the protests.