Venezuelan President Maduro Provokes Outrage by Declaring Early Christmas, Amidst Tension and Economic Crisis

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CARACAS, Venezuela – In a move that has sparked outrage among the Venezuelan population, President Nicolás Maduro has declared an early Christmas to start on October 1st, almost three months before the traditional December celebrations.

Maduro announced this decision on September 3rd, claiming that it was in homage and gratitude to the people and as a way to bring peace and happiness during these difficult times. However, many see it as a mockery, given the tense political climate following the controversial July 28 presidential elections and the country’s ongoing economic crisis.

Despite the clamor of the population to demand that the country’s priorities be taken into account, the government has gone ahead with its Christmas celebrations, broadcasting concerts and the lighting of lights through the state-owned VTV channel. However, there has been a notable absence of Maduro at these events, further fueling speculation that this early Christmas is simply a political maneuver to distract attention from the country’s problems.

🇻🇪🎄💫ENCENDIDO DE LA NAVIDAD EN VENEZUELA🇻🇪🎄💫

Autoridades realizaron en las principales ciudades del país el tradicional acto de inicio de la Navidad

Aquí algunas imágenes que se viralizan en las redes pic.twitter.com/e9igGDZm1a

— NoticiasAlDiaFN (@NoticiasAlDiaFN) October 2, 2024

Many Venezuelans are struggling to make ends meet and provide for their families, and the idea of an early Christmas is seen as a luxury that they cannot afford. The situation has caused tensions to rise, with protests and demonstrations becoming a regular occurrence in the country.

Venezuela is currently facing one of the worst economic crises in its history, with inflation, a declining currency, dollarization and the majority of the population poor. The country’s economy is heavily dependent on oil exports and the sanctions imposed by the United States do not help economic growth.

El Pueblo de Venezuela recibe la navidad en unión, paz y prosperidad.
La mejor época de navidad para disfrutar en familia… pic.twitter.com/d5uGsGKsS9

— kari zava (@cris54274) October 2, 2024

Despite Maduro’s attempts to bring Christmas cheer to the country, the reality for Venezuelans is far from merry. The early Christmas declaration has only added to the frustration and disillusionment felt by many, as they continue to struggle to survive amidst the political and economic turmoil.