Latin American Leaders Discuss Venezuela's Contested Election Results

Latin American leaders, including Brazil's Lula, are set to discuss Venezuela's contested election results after Nicolas Maduro was declared the winner, sparking fraud accusations. Various countries have criticized the electoral process, leading to diplomatic tensions. Brazil will mediate on issues, particularly concerning six asylum seekers in the Argentine embassy.

Latin American leaders, including Brazil's Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, are preparing to discuss the contentious election results in Venezuela after Nicolas Maduro was declared the winner. Maduro's victory, proclaimed by Venezuela's electoral council, has been marred by allegations of fraud, with opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez claiming he received more support.

Countries like Argentina and Peru have strongly criticized the election, leading to diplomatic expulsions and severed relations. Brazil has taken on mediating roles, particularly focusing on the status of six Venezuelan opposition figures who sought refuge in the Argentine embassy in Caracas.

The situation in Venezuela remains tense, with widespread protests and accusations of an attempted coup against Maduro. International efforts continue to pressure Maduro's government to release comprehensive vote totals, and Human Rights Watch has reported multiple deaths in post-election demonstrations.

(With inputs from agencies.)