Protesters have taken to the streets again in Venezuela as opposition leaders are disputing the results of a weekend election that saw President Nicolas Maduro secure another term in power. The opposition’s Maria Corina Machado called for families to turn out for "popular assemblies" across the South American nation. Machado stated that a review of available voting records revealed that presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez had achieved a “categorical and mathematically irreversible” victory over Maduro. Both leaders appeared at a gathering in Caracas to denounce what they called a fraud by the regime, urging peaceful protests. Opposition demonstrators, waving Venezuelan flags, chanted “We are not afraid!” as they protested in various cities throughout the day. The protests ensued after Venezuela’s National Electoral Council (CNE) formally confirmed Maduro's re-election by a majority of Venezuelans. The announcement sparked anger and led thousands of Venezuelans to take to the streets in protest against Maduro and his government. The demonstrations were met with tear gas and rubber bullets by the police, escalating tensions further. A local group reported 187 protests in 20 states with numerous acts of repression and violence, resulting in at least 11 deaths and multiple arrests. Opposition leaders called for respect for peaceful demonstrations and the will expressed by voters at the ballot box. Maduro dismissed criticism from international quarters and blamed his rival for the unrest and violence in the country. He affirmed his legitimacy as the re-elected president, backed by the armed forces and his campaign manager’s call for celebratory marches. The Attorney General reported hundreds of arrests, with charges ranging from resisting authority to terrorism amidst the protests. Concerns have been raised over a potential crackdown on protests as pressure mounts on Maduro to demonstrate electoral transparency. International reactions to the election results have been divided, with Venezuela's allies supporting Maduro and others calling for scrutiny and transparency in the electoral process. Observers from the OAS stated they cannot recognise the results due to concerns about electoral integrity. Peru and Panama took diplomatic action while Latin American leaders urged Caracas to release full vote tallies for scrutiny. The ongoing unrest in Venezuela has led to diplomatic rifts and suspension of flights, raising fears of further repression and mass migration. The country's economic collapse has already driven millions to leave, adding to the complexities of the political and social turmoil.