Caracas, Venezuela – International reactions are pouring in following a reported airstrike on the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, and the apparent arrest of President Nicolas Maduro earlier today. The events have triggered a wave of condemnation and expressions of deep concern from across the globe.
The European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaya Kalas, stated that while the EU has repeatedly questioned Maduro’s legitimacy and advocated for a peaceful transition of power, the principles of international law and the UN Charter must be respected.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric strongly condemned the reported military actions in Venezuela, calling for a peaceful resolution to the crisis. He emphasized Chile’s commitment to fundamental principles of international law, including the prohibition of the use of force.
Russia expressed grave concern regarding the alleged forced removal of Maduro and his wife from the country. A statement from Moscow indicated that such actions, if confirmed, would constitute an unacceptable violation of the sovereignty of an independent state. Russia demanded clarification on the situation.
Furthermore, Russia condemned the reported “American armed aggression” against Venezuela, urging that Latin America remain a zone of peace. Moscow also expressed its readiness to support dialogue between all parties involved in the Venezuelan conflict and voiced support for a UN Security Council meeting on the matter, while stressing Venezuela’s right to self-determination without external military intervention.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro denounced the reported “criminal attack” on Caracas, rejecting any unilateral military action that could exacerbate the situation or endanger civilian populations. Petro called for an emergency session of the UN Security Council to discuss the “attack on Venezuela” and urged all parties to de-escalate and refrain from any actions that could deepen the confrontation.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel echoed the condemnation, labeling the events a “criminal attack” by the United States. He called for an immediate response from the international community. In a statement posted online, Diaz-Canel criticized the targeting of a “peaceful region with brutal attacks,” accusing the United States of “practicing state terrorism against the Venezuelan people and the American continent.”
The situation remains fluid, and DZWatch is closely monitoring developments.
