Venezuelan Opposition Leader Seeks Asylum in Spain Amid Political Turmoil
Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez has arrived in Spain seeking asylum. His departure comes amidst a growing political crisis following disputed election results in Venezuela. Gonzalez landed at Spain's Torrejon de Ardoz military base, with both Venezuelan and Spanish officials confirming his request for asylum.
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A plane carrying Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez has landed at Spain's Torrejon de Ardoz military base, a Spanish government source said on Sunday.
Gonzalez left his country overnight and has sought asylum in Spain, Venezuelan and Spanish officials stated, amidst a mounting political and diplomatic crisis over July's disputed election results.
The arrival of Gonzalez signifies a new development in Venezuela's ongoing political upheaval, with international implications unfolding rapidly.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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