Editorial: El Mundo

• Nicolás Maduro has usurped the presidency of Venezuela with a fraudulent inauguration, becoming an outcast in the democratic world.
• Rather than taking a strong stance, the government of Pedro Sánchez opted for an insignificant response.
• Maduro's illegitimacy is evidenced by the severe military measures he has taken against the opposition.
• In Maduro's third term, he has only received support from the leaders of Cuba and Nicaragua.
• Opposition leader, María Corina Machado reemerges as a beacon of hope for the Venezuelan people.
• Maduro hopes that other geopolitical crises will distract from his controversial rule.

Conclusion: It is imperative that powers such as Washington and Brussels prevent this by increasing pressure on Maduro and reinforcing sanctions against his regime, to facilitate a peaceful transition in Venezuela.

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