Venezuela Warns UN of Sovereignty Threat as Maduro's US Abduction Raises Alarm
The government of Venezuela has stepped up its rhetoric against the United States, claiming that Nicolas Maduro's recent abduction by US authorities is an "illegal armed attack" on the country's sovereignty. The Venezuelan ambassador to the UN warned the Security Council that international norms are at risk, emphasizing that such actions undermine the principles of sovereign equality and territorial integrity.
During a recent court hearing in New York, Maduro was formally charged with conspiring to traffic cocaine from Venezuela into the US. He has pleaded not guilty, but his case is seen as a significant challenge to Washington's efforts to bring him to justice. The Venezuelan delegation has maintained that the arrest constitutes a serious breach of international law and represents an attempt by the US government to interfere in Venezuela's internal affairs.
In response, the Venezuelan ambassador stressed that such actions can have far-reaching consequences for global relations. He argued that the US must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations, particularly when it comes to issues related to human rights and justice.
The diplomatic spat highlights ongoing tensions between the two countries, which have been at odds since the 2019 US-backed coup attempt against Maduro's government. The Venezuelan delegation has repeatedly criticized the US for its handling of the crisis, arguing that it amounts to a form of "imperialism" aimed at controlling Latin American affairs.
With Venezuela's relations with the US strained, the international community is watching closely as the situation unfolds. As the Security Council weighs in on the issue, diplomats are urging restraint and dialogue to resolve the dispute peacefully.
The government of Venezuela has stepped up its rhetoric against the United States, claiming that Nicolas Maduro's recent abduction by US authorities is an "illegal armed attack" on the country's sovereignty. The Venezuelan ambassador to the UN warned the Security Council that international norms are at risk, emphasizing that such actions undermine the principles of sovereign equality and territorial integrity.
During a recent court hearing in New York, Maduro was formally charged with conspiring to traffic cocaine from Venezuela into the US. He has pleaded not guilty, but his case is seen as a significant challenge to Washington's efforts to bring him to justice. The Venezuelan delegation has maintained that the arrest constitutes a serious breach of international law and represents an attempt by the US government to interfere in Venezuela's internal affairs.
In response, the Venezuelan ambassador stressed that such actions can have far-reaching consequences for global relations. He argued that the US must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations, particularly when it comes to issues related to human rights and justice.
The diplomatic spat highlights ongoing tensions between the two countries, which have been at odds since the 2019 US-backed coup attempt against Maduro's government. The Venezuelan delegation has repeatedly criticized the US for its handling of the crisis, arguing that it amounts to a form of "imperialism" aimed at controlling Latin American affairs.
With Venezuela's relations with the US strained, the international community is watching closely as the situation unfolds. As the Security Council weighs in on the issue, diplomats are urging restraint and dialogue to resolve the dispute peacefully.