- Vice President Delcy Rodríguez indicated that González had voluntarily taken refuge in the embassy for several days.
Vice President Delcy Rodríguez confirmed that Edmundo González left the country on Saturday, September 7.
He said that González had voluntarily sought refuge in the embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in Caracas several days ago and had requested political asylum from that government.
“Once the relevant contacts between both governments have taken place, the essentials of the case have been met and in compliance with international law, Venezuela has granted the necessary safe-conducts for the sake of the country’s tranquility and political peace. This conduct reaffirms the respect for the Law that has prevailed in the actions of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in the international community. We will continue to report in the coming hours,” it said in a statement published on its social networks.
Following the announcement, José Manuel Albares, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Spanish government, confirmed the decision and explained that González boarded a Spanish Armed Forces plane to leave Venezuela.
“The Spanish government is committed to the political rights and physical integrity of all Venezuelans,” Albares wrote on his official X account (Twitter).
The possibility of asylum in Spain
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On September 2, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Madrid region, urged the Spanish government to grant him asylum a Edmundo Gonzalez.
“Spain should open the doors of the Embassy today to protect this man, because they are going to kill him or arrest him and they are not going to release him. And they are doing it with the relatives and the entourage of the winners of the elections, who are not the opposition, but the government elected by the people of Venezuela,” Díaz Ayuso said in an interview with the television network Antenna 3.
On September 3rd, José Vicente Haro, Edmundo González’s lawyer, ruled out that Edmundo González had planned to request asylum in an embassy for the arrest warrant issued by a court against him.
“That scenario is not planned or proposed, a very brave decision. His greatest desire is to be close to the Venezuelans and reciprocate the support they have given him,” he said during a interview a W Radio.
According to the lawyer, since the arrest warrant was announced by the Public Prosecutor’s Office, González has not been at his residence, but has been moving from house to house for his safety and integrity.
Arrest warrant against Edmundo Gonzalez
The Public Prosecutor’s Office accused Edmundo González of “usurpation of functions”, “forgery of public documents”, “instigation to disobedience of laws”, “conspiracy”, “sabotage to damage systems and association (to commit a crime)”, according to the published citations by the judicial body on social networks.
The investigation against Edmundo González is related to the publication of a Web pagein which the Democratic Unitary Platform (PUD) claims to have uploaded “83.5% of the electoral records” collected by witnesses and table members on election night, to support its claim of fraud in the presidential elections of July 28.
The PUD released these records, which the Executive calls “false,” after the National Electoral Council (CNE) proclaimed Nicolás Maduro the winner of the elections.
Faced with this situation, Edmundo González has already taken a position in a video released on August 25 in which he asserted that the summons does not have guarantees of “independence” and “due process.”
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Why are people fleeing Venezuela
The Venezuelan Refugee Crisis: A Growing Concern
The Venezuelan refugee crisis has become a pressing issue in recent years, with millions of Venezuelans fleeing their native country due to economic and political instability. According to Wikipedia, the Venezuelan refugee crisis is the largest recorded refugee crisis in the Americas [[3]]. The crisis has put a significant strain on neighboring countries, including those in South America and the Caribbean, as well as countries in other regions.
EU Support to Refugees and Migrants
In response to the crisis, the European Union has reaffirmed its support to refugees and migrants from Venezuela. According to the European Commission, assistance will be provided to Venezuelan migrants and refugees, as well as to host communities in host countries [[1]]. This support includes shelter, medical assistance, and other essential services.
Venezuela: A Country in Crisis
Venezuela, a country that has traditionally been a generous host to refugees, is now experiencing its own displacement crisis. As reported by the Refugee Reports, at the time of writing, Venezuela continues to experience its own displacement crisis [[2]]. The country’s economic and political instability has led to a massive exodus of its citizens, with millions seeking refuge in other countries.
The Case of Edmundo González
Recently, Edmundo González, a high-profile Venezuelan national, sought refuge in the embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in Caracas. According to reports, González had voluntarily taken refuge in the embassy for several days and had requested political asylum from the Spanish government. After relevant contacts between both governments, Venezuela granted the necessary safe-conducts for González to leave the country, reaffirming the respect for international law that has prevailed in the actions of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in the international community.
The Possibility of Asylum in Spain
There has been a growing call for Spain to grant asylum to González, with Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Madrid region, urging the Spanish government to grant him asylum. Díaz Ayuso stated that Spain should open the doors of the Embassy to protect González, who was at risk of being killed or arrested and not released. However, José Vicente Haro, González’s lawyer, ruled out that González had planned to request asylum in an embassy for the arrest warrant issued by a court against him.
Conclusion
The Venezuelan refugee crisis is a complex issue that requires a coordinated response from the international community. As the crisis continues to unfold, it is essential to provide support to refugees and migrants, as well as to host communities in host countries. The case of Edmundo González highlights the need for countries to consider granting asylum to individuals who are at risk of persecution or harm. As the situation continues to evolve, it is crucial to remain vigilant and committed to protecting the rights and dignity of all individuals affected by the crisis.
Why did Edmundo González seek asylum in Spain after the Venezuelan election?
Edmundo Gonzalez Seeks Asylum in Spain Amid Political Turmoil in Venezuela
Venezuelan opposition presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez
