Spain's government, led by Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares, is under scrutiny for its response to the disputed Venezuelan elections held on July 28. The Spanish government has refrained from recognizing the opposition's victory, calling for a peaceful resolution among Venezuelans.

This stance has drawn criticism from the opposition party, PP, which accuses the government of being too lenient with Maduro's regime.

Albares has defended Spain's position, emphasizing the need for independent verification of election results and maintaining dialogue with both the Venezuelan government and opposition.

The European Union, alongside Spain, has called for transparency and the release of electoral records.

Despite the tension, Albares insists that Spain is committed to democracy and human rights in Venezuela, urging the PP to support a unified approach.

The issue is set to be discussed further at the upcoming EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting.