Arrest Warrant Issued Against Opposition Candidate González

An arrest warrant has been issued against opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia in Venezuela, accusing him of crimes such as usurpation of authority, incitement to disregard the law, conspiracy, and sabotage. The actions have been criticized by opposition leader Maria Corina Machado as detached from reality and a threat to the elected president.

The disputed election in Venezuela has led to international observers, as well as the US, EU, and several Latin American countries, questioning the official results. The arrest warrant was issued by a court responsible for terrorism cases, following a request from the government-aligned prosecution.

The warrant comes amidst protests against President Maduro, which have resulted in the deaths of 24 people and the arrest of over 1,200 demonstrators. The situation in Venezuela remains tense, with the population suffering from poverty and violence.