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A major Venezuelan opposition group has registered a candidate for July's presidential election to ensure a spot on the ballot, even though the primary winner and her alternate were unable to sign up, electoral authorities and sources said on Tuesday.

Tense political climate in Venezuela? Nicolas Maduro aiming for third term in polls

In a territorial dispute with neighbouring Guyana, Venezuela's voters has rejected International Court of Justice Jurisdiction. They also back the creation of a new state.

Venezuela referendum over new state passed with 95% approval

Voters in Venezuela rejected the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) jurisdiction over the country's territorial dispute with Guyana and backed the creation of a new state in the potential oil-rich Esequibo region in a Sunday referendum.Some political and security analysts have called the referendum a show of strength by Maduro and a test of support for his government ahead of a planned 2024 presidential election.

Referendum a show of strength for Venezuelan President Maduro before polls