Maduro Warns María Corina Machado After Protests Demanding CPI Action (Video)
Maduro Lashes Out at Machado, Calls Protesters “Toxic”
Caracas, Venezuela – Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro launched a scathing attack on opposition leader María Corina Machado and protesters who took to the streets demanding the release of political prisoners and action from the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding alleged crimes against humanity.
In a televised address, Maduro lashed out at Machado, who resides in spain, calling her a “toxic” figure and urging her to cease her criticism of the Venezuelan government.
“To the toxic ones, the drunkards who live in Madrid, we say, Madam Toxic, if you can’t stop hating and let Venezuela be, so it can continue on its path of recovery and prosperity, at least don’t do harm. Enough, stop doing harm and conspiring against Venezuela,” Maduro declared.
Maduro also targeted protesters who painted their mouths red during demonstrations, labeling them “toxic” and contrasting their actions with his own purported love for Venezuela.”To the toxic people who paint their mouths red, we say that we have a heart red with love for Venezuela. Wont to see something red? See our hearts swollen with patriotism. But to the toxic people, I say: If you hate and don’t want to heal, and live deceived by the opposition, then that’s on you,” he stated.
The protests, which drew thousands of Venezuelans across the country, highlight the ongoing tensions and deep divisions within the nation. The demonstrators’ demands for justice and accountability underscore the enduring impact of Venezuela’s political and economic crisis.
Maduro’s Rhetoric Escalates Tensions as He Denounces Protesters and Machado
Caracas, venezuela – Tensions in Venezuela are reaching boiling point as President nicolás Maduro delivered a heated televised address, condemning opposition leader María Corina Machado and protesters demanding freedom for political prisoners.
The protests, which saw thousands take to the streets across the contry, centered on calls for action from the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding alleged crimes against humanity. Maduro directly targeted Machado, who resides in Spain, labeling her a “toxic” figure and urging her to cease her criticisms of the Venezuelan government.
“To the toxic ones, the drunkards who live in Madrid, we say, Madam Toxic, if you can’t stop hating and let Venezuela be, so it can continue on its path of recovery and prosperity, at least don’t do harm.Enough, stop doing harm and conspiring against Venezuela,” Maduro declared.
He also directed his ire towards protesters who painted their mouths red during demonstrations. Branding them “toxic,” Maduro contrasted their actions with his own purported love for Venezuela.
“To the toxic people who paint their mouths red, we say that we have a heart red with love for Venezuela. Want to see something red? See our hearts swollen with patriotism,” he stated. “But to the toxic people, I say: If you hate and don’t want to heal, and live deceived by the opposition, then that’s on you,” he added.
The protests highlight the persistent political and social divisions in Venezuela. Demonstrators’ demands for justice and accountability underscore the enduring consequences of the country’s ongoing crisis.