Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro is facing an international backlash after winning his second six - year term, in a landslide vote marred by an opposition boycott and claims of vote - rigging.
Fourteen countries including Argentina, Brazil and Canada have recalled their ambassadors from Caracas in protest.
The US has imposed new economic sanctions after Sunday's election.
Venezuela is suffering from food shortages stemming from its economic crisis and voter turnout was low.
US President Donald Trump called for new elections to "end the repression" of Venezuelans.
However Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Mr Maduro on his re - election on Monday, wishing him "success in resolving the social and economic issues facing the country" in a statement.
Source: BBC News
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