Deeply concerned by the reports emerging from Venezuela, the European Green Party co-chairs Vula Tsetsi and Ciarán Cuffe stated that the US military intervention in Venezuela violates International Law:

“Any detention of political actors, use of force, or restriction of fundamental freedoms must always fully respect international law, human rights, and the authority of the United Nations.”

“The Venezuelan people have suffered immensely from authoritarian practices, political repression, and the erosion of democratic institutions. At the same time, we strongly condemn external military intervention or coercive actions, including those by the United States, that further destabilise the country and the region without a UN mandate and against the international law.

“The only sustainable way forward is a peaceful, democratic transition, based on free and fair elections, respect for human rights, and inclusive dialogue led by Venezuelans themselves, and with the support of the international community. The European Union must remain consistent and principled: defending democracy, human rights, and international law, without double standards, and ensuring that all actions respect the authority of the United Nations”, concluded Ciarán Cuffe and Vula Tsetsi.

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