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Venezuela acting leader pledges future elections at UN General Assembly
Delcy Rodríguez vowed to hold elections at the right time in her UN address, according to ABC News.
The short version
- Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez promised future elections during her first UN General Assembly address.[ABC News]
- Rodríguez stated that Venezuelan citizens will determine when elections occur and assured UN officials the process will be inclusive.[ABC News]
- She noted that political dialogue with opposition groups is underway and expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for restoring diplomatic ties.[ABC News]
Key facts
- Delcy Rodríguez delivered her first UN General Assembly address as Venezuela's acting president.[ABC News]
- Rodríguez stated that elections will be held and that Venezuela's institutions will guarantee a transparent process when the time comes.[ABC News]
- Rodríguez thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for resuming diplomatic relations with Venezuela.[ABC News]
What remains uncertain
- No specific date or timeline was provided for when Venezuelan elections will take place.[ABC News]
Sources
Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.
- Venezuela's acting leader, at UN for first address, promises elections at the 'right moment'ABC News - US News
- Venezuela's acting leader promises elections at the 'right moment'NPR - Top News
- Venezuela releases dozens of prisoners following meeting between Trump and interim leaderABC News - International
- Venezuela frees 39 political prisoners after post-Maduro talksAl Jazeera