Russia has the US military attack in Venezuela and condemned the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro as an “act of armed aggression.” The Russian Foreign Ministry said the move was “deeply disturbing and reprehensible.” “Ideological hostility has triumphed over objective pragmatism,” it continued. Latin America should remain “a zone of peace.”
Venezuela has the right to “determine its own future without destructive, let alone military, interference from outside,” the Russian Foreign Ministry said. In the current situation, it is important to prevent further escalation and to concentrate on finding a solution through dialogue. The ministry spoke out in favor of an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. Venezuela is of Russia most important ally in South America.
Iran condemns violation of Venezuela’s national sovereignty
That too Iran – also a close ally of Venezuela – condemned the military attack. The Iranian Foreign Ministry said it was a “flagrant violation” of national sovereignty and territorial integrity. Iran called on the UN Security Council to “act immediately to stop the unlawful aggression” and hold those responsible accountable.
EU foreign policy chief calls for restraint
The EU Foreign Affairs Representative Kaja Kallas called for restraint after a telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “The EU has repeatedly stated that Mr. Maduro lacks legitimacy and has advocated a peaceful transition,” she wrote on X. The principles of international law and the United Nations Charter must be respected. For the EU The safety of EU citizens in Venezuela is a top priority.
The federal government’s crisis team meets
The federal government has also expressed concern about the US military operation in Venezuela. The Foreign Ministry said: “We are monitoring the situation in Venezuela very closely and are following the latest reports with the greatest concern.” The Foreign Office is in close contact with the embassy in Caracas. The situation is currently still partly confusing. The federal government is coordinating closely with its partners. The Federal Government’s crisis team will meet at the Foreign Office.
