The Venezuelan Federation of Teachers (FVM) reports an 80% participation rate in a nationwide teachers’ strike. According to FVM President Carmen Teresa Márquez, the strike resulted in empty classrooms across the majority of public schools in Venezuela. The action effectively halted classes as teachers protested working conditions and demanded improved benefits. No specific details regarding the teachers’ demands were immediately available. The FVM claims widespread support for the strike amongst educators across the country. This disruption to public education highlights ongoing challenges within Venezuela’s educational system. The strike’s long-term impact on students and the academic calendar remains uncertain.