"Venezuela faces electoral fraud and repression; the struggle for democracy continues."

The suffering of the Venezuelan people has echoed in every corner of Latin America. The situation in Venezuela has reached alarming levels, especially following the recent elections on July 28, where a scandalous fraud is alleged to have marked the course of the country. The indignation is palpable, particularly when citizens, who simply ask for their vote to be respected, are attacked by paramilitary forces. This act of repression is not only an attack on democracy but also an attack on human dignity. The reaction of some political sectors in the region has been disconcerting. Those who have defended the struggle for human rights and democracy seem to have forgotten their principles, turning a blind eye to the abuses by Nicolás Maduro and his regime. In a context where the cry of "dictatorship" is frequently used, it is ironic that many choose to ignore the suffering of Venezuelans in an attempt to maintain an ideological stance that increasingly feels like a betrayal of democratic values. In this landscape, the role of the Peruvian Government stands out as a bastion of hope. Foreign Minister Javier González-Olaechea has taken a firm stance by recognizing Edmundo González Urrutia as the elected president of Venezuela. His speech at the OAS was forceful: the lack of support from countries like Bolivia, Colombia, Brazil, and Mexico for the resolution demanding Maduro present the election records is an alarming sign of complicity. This attitude not only perpetuates the Venezuelan crisis but also jeopardizes democratic stability across the region. The fraud in these elections is not just an isolated fact; it is a manifestation of the chronic oppression that Venezuela has suffered. The opposition, led by María Corina Machado, has demonstrated a clear and determined strategy in this scenario. The collection of records by the opposition seeks not only to unmask the fallacy of the electoral process but also to restore confidence in a system that has been systematically undermined. In contrast, the reaction of some human rights organizations and political parties in Peru seems disconnected from reality. Defenders of Maduro's regime have ignored the deaths of at least 17 young people during the protests, showing that their defense of life and democracy is selective. This hypocrisy is a cold shower for those who still believe in the integrity of the struggle for human rights. International support for the Venezuelan opposition is growing. True democrats have mobilized, not only to support the brave opposition but also to condemn the actions of the regime. However, the path to justice and the restoration of democracy in Venezuela will be arduous. The struggle is far from over, and history has shown that those who cling to power through oppression rarely surrender without a fierce fight. The challenge is to keep alive the memory of those who have fallen and those who continue to resist in the streets. Recent history warns us that those who now defend an oppressive regime were, one day, part of a discourse that proclaimed itself a defender of democracy. Collective memory is essential to prevent these cycles of abuse and the stripping of rights from repeating. The resistance of the Venezuelan people is a beacon of hope, not only for themselves but for the entire region. The fight for truth and justice is a shared responsibility that transcends borders. The peoples of Latin America must unite in solidarity with Venezuela, strengthening the fight for democracy and human rights in every corner of the continent. Resistance is a word that must resonate strongly in the hearts of all who believe in a better future. "Resist, Venezuela!" becomes a cry that must be heard and answered by all who yearn for justice and freedom. History is being written at this moment, and every voice raised against oppression is a step toward victory.