Global Community Reacts to US Operation in Venezuela

International Response to Maduro's Capture

The United States' military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has triggered a complex global reaction, with various countries expressing their positions on the sudden and significant geopolitical development. US President Donald Trump described the operation as "surprising and very strong" ¹

, indicating strong US backing for the action.

Regional Reactions

Countries neighboring Venezuela, particularly in Latin America, have shown concern about the potential regional implications. Colombia, which shares a border with Venezuela, has called for immediate de-escalation and taken measures to protect its citizens and maintain border stability ³

. The Colombian government is also preparing for potential humanitarian needs and migration flows.

Other regional players have been vocal in their response:

• Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel condemned the operation as a "criminal assault" and called for urgent international action ³
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• Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized the US action as a serious violation of Venezuelan sovereignty, warning of potential regional destabilization ³
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Global Power Reactions

The international community remains divided on the issue:

1. China and Russia have joined in condemning the US operation, aligning with their historical stance against US interventions in sovereign nations.
2. The United Nations Security Council convened an emergency meeting to discuss the situation, with Russia and China supporting Colombia's request for the session ⁴
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3. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed concern about the dangerous precedent this sets for international law ⁴
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Political Implications in Venezuela

The capture of President Maduro created immediate political uncertainty in Venezuela. According to the Venezuelan constitution, Delcy Rodriguez, the Vice President, was expected to take over as interim president ¹

. However, the Maduro government maintains control in Caracas, with senior officials vowing to remain united behind their leader ²

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