After 133 days in hiding due to the Chavista persecution, María Corina Machado reappeared this Thursday in Caracas (AFP)
The opposition leader María Corina Machado was reportedly intercepted and detained by forces of Nicolás Maduro's regime after participating in a protest in Chacao, Caracas. According to preliminary reports from the opposition group Comando Venezuela, regime forces allegedly fired at the motorcycles transporting her, presumably leaving one motorcyclist who was part of her security injured.
Where would María Corina Machado be?
So far, rumors indicate that Machado could be held in a facility of the Military Intelligence Service (DGCIM). This action would have taken place in a context of increasing repression in the country, with borders blocked and major cities under the control of Chavista forces, according to various sources.
The international dimension of the conflict
As the internal situation worsens, the international context does not seem to offer an immediate solution. Some analysts speculate that Donald Trump, if he resumes the presidency of the United States, might consider negotiating with Russia a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine in exchange for Putin stopping his support for Maduro's regime. This geopolitical play, although uncertain, could open a door to displacing Chavismo from power.
However, there are also rumors that Maduro has already taken precautions, sending tons of gold to Russia with Turkey as a bridge. In this scenario, Putin could guarantee him political asylum in case he loses control of the country.
On the other hand, China and Russia would continue to be pillars for sustaining the regime. As long as these powers continue to provide economic and political support, the dictatorship could remain intact, regardless of sanctions or international attempts to isolate it.
The silence of the international community
The lack of a strong reaction from the UN and the International Criminal Court only fuels frustration among Venezuelans. Despite constant reports of human rights violations, these institutions continue to fail to act firmly against a regime that, according to reports, is intensifying political persecution.
A message of resistance
Before being detained, María Corina Machado reportedly reiterated her unyielding stance: "The freedom of Venezuela cannot be negotiated for my freedom".
Meanwhile, the opposition is preparing for what could be an important day. Tomorrow, Edmundo González Urrutia is planning to assume new leadership in the opposition movement, accompanied by former presidents who have expressed their support. However, it is likely that the regime will intensify actions against any attempt at political reorganization.
A people that does not give up
The situation in Venezuela remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the dictatorship could continue as long as it has the backing of international actors. However, the Venezuelan people do not lose their spirit of resistance.
In a country where hope is an act of courage, the cries for freedom remain louder than the complicit silence of the international community.
Glory to the brave people.
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