The actions were timed to coincide with the European Union’s “ultimatum,” which stated they would recognize the shadow government of Juan Guaidó if President Nicolás Maduro had not called elections within a week’s time. . ... Along similar lines, Trump evidently sees the downfall..…

He also said the EU must freeze Venezuela’s assets to ensure they are not stolen by Maduro and his allies. . (Courthouse News reporter Cain Burdeau is based in the European Union.) . . . . ..…

They were all observed by the US based Carter Institute, Latin American CELAC, some were even watched by European Union, that are now siding with Washington in calling President Maduro dictator and instead, they support the illegitimate, never elected, US- CIA trained and appointed, Juan..…