Venezuelans Stage First National Protest Demanding Democratic Elections

Venezuelans held their first national protest in nearly two years to demand democratic elections.

Demonstrators across Venezuela took to the streets to demand free elections and political reforms. The demonstrations mark the first national protests in nearly two years following the capture of former leader Nicolas Maduro.

• The timelineThis marks the first nationwide protest in the country in almost two years.
• The backgroundNo date has been established to choose a successor for Nicolas Maduro since he was captured by American forces.