Venezuela alerts that US actions signify the beginning of aggression related to broader continental interests.
As tensions escalate in Latin America, the situation in Venezuela remains a focal point of international concern, particularly amidst claims of U.S. interventionism. Venezuela’s UN ambassador, Samuel Moncada, has firmly asserted that U.S. actions extend beyond mere drug trafficking allegations, framing them as part of a broader agenda seeking to destabilize the country and exploit its resources. The stakes are high not only for Venezuela but also for regional sovereignty and global diplomatic relations.
Venezuela’s UN ambassador, Samuel Moncada, recently addressed the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), accusing the United States of harboring “continental ambitions” throughout Latin America, particularly aimed at destabilizing the government of President Nicolás Maduro. Moncada emphasized that the conflict in Venezuela is symptomatic of a larger strategy, asserting that the U.S. intends to fracture and conquer the Latin American region piece by piece.
Moncada’s remarks came during a UNSC meeting where he highlighted the alarming actions of the U.S. government, particularly its ongoing airstrikes and naval blockades initiated in September. These military maneuvers reportedly target vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, which the White House alleges are linked to drug trafficking operations, although no supporting evidence has been provided. Critics have condemned these actions, labeling them as “extrajudicial killings,” with at least 105 fatalities attributed to the strikes initiated by U.S. forces, who assert the necessity of their intervention to combat drug flow into the United States.
During his address, Moncada called out the policies of the Trump administration for violating both international law and U.S. domestic law by executing military operations without Congressional approval, something necessary for any formal declaration of war. He described the recent naval blockade imposed on Venezuelan oil tankers as a “military act” aimed at besieging the nation, arguing that the underlying motivations are not the stated goals of combating drugs, but rather the strategic control of oil, minerals, and land.
In response, U.S. representatives have denounced Maduro’s leadership, labeling it “illegitimate.” U.S. ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz, reiterated the viewpoint that Latin American drug cartels present a significant threat to regional stability, claiming that sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers serve as a crucial economic resource for Maduro’s government. He emphasized the determination of the Trump administration to use its full power to eradicate such cartels, framing the situation within a narrative of national security.
The dynamics of the situation shifted further as both Russia and China voiced their concerns during the UNSC meeting. Russia cautioned that U.S. intervention in Venezuela might set a dangerous precedent for future foreign incursions across Latin America, while China’s representative condemned U.S. actions as violations of Venezuela’s sovereignty and legitimate rights.
As the crisis continues, the implications of international actions and reactions are likely to influence not only Venezuela’s future but also the geopolitical landscape of Latin America at large, calling into question the broader narratives surrounding sovereignty, intervention, and global power dynamics.
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