French President Emmanuel Macron stated that “the transition to come must be peaceful, democratic, and respectful of the will of the Venezuelan people.” He added that he hoped President Edmundo González Urrutia, elected in 2024, would ensure the transition quickly.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the legal assessment is complex and “we will take our time” to evaluate it, stressing that principles of international law must apply. He urged that “a transition to a government legitimised by elections must be ensured” and warned that “political instability must not arise in Venezuela.”
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez wrote that “Spain did not recognize the Maduro regime. But neither will it recognize an intervention that violates international law and pushes the region toward a horizon of uncertainty and belligerence.”
“These developments constitute a dangerous precedent.” said a spokesperson for U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres, who added that he “continues to emphasize the importance of full respect – by all – of international law, including the U.N. Charter,” and that he is “deeply concerned that the rules of international law have not been respected.”
China’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement that “China is deeply shocked and strongly condemns the use of force by the U.S. against a sovereign country and the use of force against the president of a country.”
South Africa’s Department of International Relations said it “calls on the U.N. Security Council, the body mandated to maintain international peace and security, to urgently convene to address this situation.”
Russia’s Foreign Ministry declared that “this morning, the United States committed an act of armed aggression against Venezuela. This is deeply concerning and condemnable.”
Russia added that “the pretexts used to justify such actions are unfounded,” and that it is important “to prevent further escalation and to focus on finding a way out of the situation through dialogue.”
Argentine President Javier Milei said in an interview, “What we have to understand is that it’s the collapse of the regime of a dictator that was rigging elections.” He called the news “excellent news for the free world.”
Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated it “strongly condemns and rejects the military actions carried out unilaterally in recent hours by the armed forces of the United States of America against targets in the territory of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, in clear violation of Article 2 of the Charter of the United Nations.”
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said, “Canada calls on all parties to respect international law, and we stand by the people of Venezuela and their desire to live in a peaceful and democratic society.”
The government of Paraguay stated it is “closely monitoring current developments in Venezuela and calls for prioritizing democratic means that guarantee an orderly transition.”
Bolivia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry said it “reiterates its commitment to peace, democracy, and coordination with the international community for humanitarian assistance, the protection of the civilian population, and support for a credible and definitive process of institutional reconstruction.”
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino wrote that “in light of the events that took place early this morning in Venezuela, my government reiterates our position in favor of democratic trials and in favor of accepting the legitimate wishes of the Venezuelan people, as expressed emphatically at the polls, where Edmundo González was elected.”
Peru’s Foreign Ministry said it “calls for a prompt solution to the political situation in Venezuela, in favor of a transition with full respect for international law and human rights.”
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said, “I want to establish the facts first. I want to speak to President Trump. I want to speak to allies. I can be absolutely clear that we were not involved … and I always say and believe we should all uphold international law.”
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wrote that “the bombings on Venezuelan territory and the capture of its president cross an unacceptable line,” calling them “a grave affront to Venezuela’s sovereignty and yet another extremely dangerous precedent.”
Lula added that “attacking countries in flagrant violation of international law is the first step toward a world of violence, chaos, and instability.”
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said, “Ukraine has consistently defended the right of nations to live freely, free of dictatorship, oppression, and human rights violations. The Maduro regime has violated all such principles in every respect.”
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated, “The Danish government is closely monitoring the situation in Venezuela with our allies. Now is the time for de-escalation. International law must be respected.”
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko “categorically condemns the act of American aggression against Venezuela,” according to a spokesperson cited by the state news agency.
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa wrote that “the time is coming for all the narco-Chavista criminals. Their structure will finally collapse across the entire continent.”
Uruguay’s Foreign Ministry stated that “Uruguay rejects, as it always has, military intervention by one country in the territory of another and reaffirms the importance of respecting international law and the U.N. Charter.”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she is “following very closely the situation in Venezuela,” adding that “we stand by the people of Venezuela and support a peaceful and democratic transition. Any solution must respect international law and the U.N. Charter.”
Chilean President Gabriel Boric wrote, “As the Government of Chile, we express our concern and condemnation of the military actions of the United States in Venezuela and call for a peaceful solution to the serious crisis affecting the country.”
Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed that his government “views with deep concern the reports of explosions and unusual air activity in recent hours in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, as well as the resulting escalation of tension in the region.”
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the attack “as a blatant violation of its national sovereignty and territorial integrity,” and called on the U.N. Security Council to “act immediately to halt the unlawful aggression.”
Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar said, “Trinidad and Tobago is NOT a participant in any of these ongoing military operations. Trinidad and Tobago continues to maintain peaceful relations with the people of Venezuela.”
Britain’s Reform UK Party leader Nigel Farage said, “The American actions in Venezuela overnight are unorthodox and contrary to international law – but if they make China and Russia think twice, it may be a good thing.” He added, “I hope the Venezuelan people can now turn a new leaf without Maduro.”
The office of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that “in line with Italy’s long-standing position, the Government believes that external military action is not the way to end totalitarian regimes, but at the same time considers defensive intervention against hybrid attacks to its security to be legitimate.”
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said, “International law is universal and binding for all states. The American intervention in Venezuela is not in accordance with international law.” He added that “a peaceful transition to democratic rule is the only viable path in Venezuela.”
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said, “The U.S. military action in Venezuela is further evidence of the breakdown of the world order created after World War II.”
Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka said, “We now consider it important to calm the situation and initiate diplomatic negotiations, including with the participation of the Venezuelan opposition.”
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