【Key Focus: Maduro and Guterres Call】
On December 17, 2025, Caracas time, the Venezuelan government stated in a statement:
President Nicolas Maduro Moros called UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres today, warning of the escalating threats against Venezuela by the United States and the serious consequences for regional peace.
In the conversation, Maduro reminded the UN Secretary-General to pay attention to the recent public statements of US President Donald Trump on social media platforms, in which he claimed in an unacceptable form that all of Venezuela's oil, natural resources, and territory belong to him. The United Nations system should firmly reject such statements, as they directly threaten sovereignty, international law, and peace.
Guterres reiterated his commitment to the principles of international law and the UN Charter, expressed solidarity support for the people of Venezuela, and emphasized the need to prevent the escalation of the situation. He believes that armed conflicts in the region are indefensible and could have serious consequences for the stability of Latin America and the Caribbean.
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