UN Security Council held an emergency meeting on the situation in Venezuela
“I am deeply troubled by the potential escalation of instability in the country, as well as its potential impact on the entire region and the precedent that may be set in international relations,” the statement reads.
An important point was the emphasis on the necessity for all parties to adhere to international law, including the UN Charter, which serves as the foundation for maintaining peace and security on the international stage.
It was also noted that during the military actions that took place on January 3, norms of international law were violated. The UN Charter enshrines the prohibition of the use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state.
The Secretary-General urged all parties involved in the situation in Venezuela to engage in a comprehensive democratic dialogue, where every citizen can determine their future. This, he said, should include full respect for human rights, the rule of law, and the will of the Venezuelan people.
He also called on Venezuela's neighbors and the international community to act in a spirit of solidarity and in accordance with principles and laws that promote peaceful coexistence.
“The law must prevail. International law provides tools to address issues such as the illegal drug trade, resource disputes, and human rights violations. This is the path we should follow,” the statement emphasizes.
It is worth noting that on the night of January 3, several explosions were heard in Caracas. Reports indicate that the U.S. Air Force conducted a special operation, resulting in the capture of Nicolás Maduro, the former president of the country, and his wife, who were forcibly taken and placed in one of the prisons in New York.
The former president of Venezuela has been charged with leading the criminal organization Cartel de los Soles, which is considered a terrorist organization in the U.S. Additionally, he is accused of conspiring with Colombian drug cartels involved in the production and transportation of cocaine, as well as trafficking Venezuelan diplomatic passports and using gangs to eliminate competitors.
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