Caracas: Rumours are doing the rounds that Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has died. But on Wednesday, his son-in-law said that Chavez is in “stable” but still delicate condition.
“The medical team explains to us that President Chavez’s condition continues to be stable within a delicate framework,” Jorge Arreaza, who is also Venezuela’s minister of science and technology, said on Twitter.
Earlier, Bolivian President Evo Morales said of Chavez his condition was “very worrying”.
“Let’s hope our prayers will be effective in saving the life of brother President Chavez,” he said.
This prompted Venezuela’s main opposition movement called on the government to tell “the truth” about Hugo Chavez’s health.
The head of an opposition umbrella group, the MUD, accused the government of “outlandish irresponsibility” in trying to make it appear that Chavez was exercising his duties as president as he underwent a difficult recovery in Cuba, AFP reported.
“It is essential that the government act in a manner that gives confidence. It is essential that it tell the truth,” said Ramon Guillermo Aveledo.
He demanded that the government provide a “a diagnosis and a medical prognosis” on the 58-year-old’s condition.
Dear TNT Reader,
At The News Tribe, our mission is to bring you free, independent, and unbiased news and content that keeps you informed and empowered. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism, as we understand that we are a platform for truth.
Apart from independent global news coverage, we also commit our unique focus on the Muslim world. In an age marked by the troubling rise of Islamophobia and widespread misrepresentation of Muslims in Western media, we strive to provide accurate and fair coverage.
But to continue doing so, we need your support. Even a small donation of 1$ can make a big difference. Your contribution will help us maintain the quality of our news and counteract the negative narratives that are so prevalent.
Please consider donating today to ensure we can keep delivering the news that matters. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world, and work towards a more inclusive, informed global society.
Donate Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription