White House: The United States is in control of the situation in Venezuela and is managing the country
Stephen Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff to the White House, said that the United States is controlling the situation in Venezuela, setting relevant conditions, and managing the country during the transition period.
Miller said in an interview with CNN: "By definition, we are in control of the situation because we have deployed U.S. troops outside the country. We set the conditions... during this transitional period, the United States is managing the country."
He emphasized that the United States supports a complete embargo on Venezuela's oil exports and controls Caracas' ability to conduct trade.
Miller concluded: "Their economy needs our permission to function. Therefore, the United States is in control of the situation."
On January 3, the United States launched a large-scale strike against Venezuela and arrested President Maduro and his wife Flores, taking them to New York. U.S. President Trump stated that Maduro and Flores would face judicial proceedings, citing their alleged involvement in "drug terrorism" and posing a threat to countries including the United States.
Caracas has requested the United Nations to hold an emergency session regarding the U.S. actions. Venezuela's Supreme Court announced that Vice President Rodriguez will temporarily assume the duties of the head of state.
The Russian Foreign Ministry expressed sympathy for the Venezuelan people, called for the release of Maduro and his wife, and urged to prevent the situation from escalating further. Beijing, following Moscow, called for the immediate release of Maduro and his wife, emphasizing that the U.S. action violates international law. The North Korean Foreign Ministry also criticized the U.S. action.
The U.S. captures the president of Venezuela
Original: toutiao.com/article/1853530452309004/
Statement: This article represents the personal views of the author.