Edmundo Gonzalez

The US has recognized Edmundo Gonzalez, the opposition candidate in Venezuela, as the winner of the recent presidential election, citing "overwhelming evidence" and rejecting the claim of victory made by incumbent President Nicolas Maduro.

Clashes and protests erupted in Caracas and other parts of Venezuela following the presidential election. Thousands took to the streets to voice their dissent against the election commission's announcement of Nicolas Maduro's victory.

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro secured a third term with 51 percent of the vote, according to the country's election authorities. This announcement came shortly after midnight on Monday local time, despite several exit polls indicating a win for the opposition, as reported by Reuters.