Colombia Urges Election Transparency in Venezuela

Colombia’s Foreign Minister Luis Murillo has requested the publication and international audit of Venezuela’s presidential election results, which named Nicolas Maduro as the victor amid allegations of fraud from opposition politicians and independent pollsters.

Colombia's Foreign Minister Luis Murillo on Tuesday called for the Venezuelan government to release the results of Sunday's presidential election for international audit.

In a video posted on X, Murillo emphasized the need for transparency and global scrutiny to ensure peace in Venezuela. He demanded the publication and audit of the final election certificates by the world community.

Venezuela's national electoral authority declared President Nicolas Maduro the winner, a result met with skepticism and allegations of fraud from opposition figures and independent pollsters.

(With inputs from agencies.)