Country’s defence chief pledges to stand by Maduro’s side following calls by opposition to join ‘side of the people’.
Supporters of Venezuela’s opposition say that crackdowns on election protests have sparked fear and further resistance.
The two leading candidates in Venezuela’s presidential race both declared victory, leading to uncertainty and protest.
Maduro’s pledge comes after world leaders urged ‘transparent count’ amid opposition claims election marred by fraud.
Both President Maduro supporters and opponents plan to take to the streets after Sunday’s controversial election.
Opposition protesters rally across South American nation as Nicolas Maduro’s election victory spurs fraud claims.
Demonstrations erupted over the victory declared for Nicolas Maduro in the disputed presidential election.
Security forces have clashed with protesters throughout the country after authorities said Maduro won the vote.
World leaders and other observers call for full breakdown of election results as opposition says vote marred by fraud.
Election authority says Nicolas Maduro, who faced a stiff test from a unified opposition, secured 51 percent of vote.
National Electoral Council says Maduro secured 51% of the vote, overcoming opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez at 44%.
Critics of Maduro’s government say they face roadblocks, arbitrary arrest and more as they campaign for the opposition.
Dire economic conditions and a galvanised opposition could spell the end of President Nicolas Maduro’s time in power.
As President Nicolas Maduro fights for political survival in Venezuela’s election, some supporters refuse to desert him.
