Venezuela has sparked a diplomatic firestorm by ordering seven Latin American countries to withdraw their embassy staff this week. The move comes just days after President Nicolás Maduro secured a third term in Sunday’s controversial election, which critics claim lacked fair conditions.
The affected nations—Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Peru, Panama, the Dominican Republic, and Uruguay—were accused of meddling in Venezuela’s internal politics 🗳️. A fiery government statement slammed them for being 'subordinated to Washington' and promoting 'international fascism.' Venezuela also plans to recall its own diplomats from these countries.
⚡ Why it matters: This escalation highlights growing regional divides. While Maduro’s victory was officially confirmed by Venezuela’s electoral authority, many countries have questioned the vote’s legitimacy. Could this lead to deeper isolation for Venezuela? Stay tuned.
