Venezuelans held the first national protest in nearly two years, demanding elections. No date has been set to choose a successor to former president Nicolas Maduro, who was captured by U.S. forces. Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has said elections must take place by July 2027.
WHO:Venezuelan protesters
WHAT:Venezuelans held a national protest demanding elections.
WHEN:Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 11:12 PM ET
WHERE:Venezuela
WHY:The protesters were demanding elections; no further reason for the protest was stated.
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