Russia condemns the US military action in Venezuela
The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a statement on January 3, expressing deep concern and condemnation over the US military action within Venezuela.
The statement said: "This morning, the US carried out an armed aggression against Venezuela, which has caused our deep concern and condemnation. The reasons given by the US for these actions are untenable."
Russia also expressed its solidarity with the people of Venezuela and their leadership. The Russian Foreign Ministry called on all parties to prevent further escalation of tensions between the two countries and to seek solutions to the conflict through diplomatic means.
In addition, Russia supports the initiative of Latin American leaders to hold a United Nations Security Council meeting on the Venezuela issue.
US President Donald Trump claimed that the US had successfully carried out a large-scale strike on Venezuela. Trump also stated that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his family have been captured and taken out of the country. According to the US president, this operation involved US law enforcement agencies.
Earlier that day, explosions were heard in Caracas. CBS TV reporter Jennifer Jacobs revealed that Trump had ordered strikes on targets within Venezuela, including military facilities. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro declared a state of emergency in response to the US attack. Colombian President Gustavo Petro, meanwhile, called for an immediate meeting of the United Nations and the Organization of American States.
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