The stage is set for a pivotal moment in Venezuelan history as four former Latin American presidents, bound for the country to observe Sunday's presidential election, find their flight grounded. Venezuela's closure of its airspace casts a shadow over the proceedings, raising questions about the transparency and fairness of the upcoming vote. What does this mean for President Nicholas Maduro, who is vying for a third six-year term amidst the toughest electoral challenge in decades?
In the heart of South America, a nation blessed with the world's largest proven crude oil reserves is paradoxically grappling with a severe fuel shortage. Venezuela, once a beacon of wealth in the region, now sees its citizens spend hours, sometimes overnight, in queues just for a chance to fill their tanks. But the gasoline they finally procure isn't just scarce; it's potentially lethal, capable of turning their vehicles into ticking time bombs. Welcome to the harrowing reality of Venezuela, where cars explode and gasoline has become the fuel of misery.