António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, expressed his concern today following the United States military attack on Venezuela, stressing that these events set a dangerous precedent.
According to a statement from the Secretary-General’s spokesperson, Guterres warned that this military action has potentially worrying implications for the region. He also emphasized the importance of full respect for international law, including the UN Charter, by all parties. He stressed his deep concern that international law has not been respected.
Furthermore, the Secretary-General called on all actors in Venezuela to participate in an inclusive dialogue, with full respect for human rights and the rule of law.
US troops carried out military attacks early this morning in areas of Caracas, the Venezuelan capital, and the states of Miranda, Aragua, and La Guaira, which, according to authorities in the South American nation, left several dead, including military personnel and civilians.
US President Donald Trump confirmed that the attack resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and their removal from the country.
