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ICJ reaffirms ban on Venezuela holding election in disputed territory

By Thomson Reuters May 1, 2025 | 12:55 PM

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – The International Court of Justice said Venezuela must refrain from conducting or preparing to conduct elections in a disputed territory currently under Guyanese control, reaffirming a prior decision, according to a document shared by Guyana President Irfaan Ali on Thursday.

Venezuela’s government did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

(Reporting by Kemol King; Writing by Brendan O’Boyle; Editing by Chris Reese)