Venezuela's Political Turmoil Intensifies Amid Protests and Arrests

Political chaos continues to engulf Venezuela as both opposition supporters and government backers hold rallies. Amid ongoing disputes over July's presidential election results, opposition leader Biagio Pilieri and his son were arrested. The country faces severe socio-economic challenges, leading many citizens to consider leaving. International pressure mounts for election transparency.

On Wednesday, supporters of Venezuela's opposition and backers of the ruling party organized rallies to mark the one-month anniversary of July's contested presidential election, leading to further arrests of opposition figures.

Opposition tally data claims a landslide victory for candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, contradicting the electoral council's declaration of President Nicolas Maduro as the winner. International entities demand the release of complete voting tallies.

Amidst heightened tensions, prominent opposition leader Maria Corina Machado emphasizes peaceful protests and international pressure as key to toppling Maduro. Arrests and socio-economic crises have driven millions to leave Venezuela in search of better opportunities.

(With inputs from agencies.)