Venezuela's Election Faces Scrutiny Over Fairness and Observer Ban

Maduro seeks a third term amid opposition unity, migration threats, and blocked international oversight.

President Nicolás Maduro aims for re-election despite widespread accusations of authoritarianism.
Opposition parties rally behind Edmundo González Urrutia after María Corina Machado's disqualification.
International observers, including former Latin American leaders, barred from entering Venezuela.
Significant portion of Venezuelans plan to emigrate if Maduro wins, citing economic and political instability.
Concerns over potential violence as Maduro warns of a 'bloodbath' if he loses.