委内瑞拉总统马杜罗将圣诞节提前至2023年10月1日, Venezuelan President Maduro moved Christmas to October 1, 2023, amid political unrest.
委内瑞拉总统马杜罗(Nicolás Maduro)宣布圣诞节将于2023年10月1日开始, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has declared Christmas will start on October 1, 2023, amid ongoing political unrest and economic struggles in the country. 这一决定是在7月有争议总统选举之后作出的,反对派声称选举舞弊。 This decision follows a disputed presidential election in July, with the opposition alleging electoral fraud. 虽然该公告旨在振奋士气，但遭到了怀疑，尤其是在许多委内瑞拉人面临困难和政治镇压的情况下。 While aimed at lifting spirits, the announcement has met skepticism, especially as many Venezuelans face hardships and political crackdowns. 此举引起了宗教领袖的批评，他们认为它使节日政治化。 The move has drawn criticism from religious leaders who argue it politicizes the holiday.