The U.S. has recognized Edmundo González Urrutia as the president-elect of Venezuela, citing evidence from the opposition, while President Nicolás Maduro claims victory with 51% of the votes, despite not fully releasing voting tallies.

In response to the election results, the G7 foreign ministers have called on Venezuelan authorities to disclose detailed election results.

Amid escalating political tensions, protests from both the opposition and government supporters are scheduled for August 3.

Following the disputed election, violence has surged, particularly targeting opposition parties, with reports of over 1,000 arrests, including minors.

Human rights organizations, such as Foro Penal, have reported significant human rights violations amid the crackdown on dissent.

Opposition leader María Corina Machado has gone into hiding due to threats against her life, calling for international intervention against what she describes as an illegitimate government.

Maduro has dismissed the opposition, claiming they are unqualified and asserting that they will 'never' hold political power in Venezuela.

In a show of force, Maduro has promised to construct high-security prisons for those arrested during the protests, indicating a continued crackdown on dissent.

Experts suggest that while Maduro may maintain power for now, the growing exhaustion among the Venezuelan population with 'chavismo' could eventually lead to significant change.

The Venezuelan government has faced criticism for systematically silencing dissent, particularly against human rights activists, as the political climate continues to deteriorate.

Critics argue that the current situation in Venezuela is not just about potential electoral fraud but represents a broader assault on constitutional order and democracy.