Machado says "the time for freedom for Venezuela has come"
"Following Maduro's refusal to accept a negotiated exit, the US Government has kept its promise to enforce the law. It is time for the sovereignty of the people and national sovereignty to prevail in our country," he said.
Machado has pledged to "restore order, release political prisoners and build a separate country , "and has called on those in Venezuela to be" ready. "" We will soon communicate it to you through social media for what, "he explained without further explanation.
"Maduro, from today, faces international justice forthe heinous crimes committed against the Venezuelan population. "" The moment we are living in is the beginning of a transition process , "he said, although he did not specify a deadline.
"It is timefor the citizens, for all of us who risked everything for the democracy of 28 July, for all of us who elected Edmundo González Urrutia as president. It is now up to him to take over the country as soon as possible, "he said.
After learning of Machado's words, Edmundo Gonzalezhas posted a message on the X social network to ensure that they are "ready to rebuild Venezuela."