UN condemns aggression in Venezuela

On January 4, 2026, the Group of Friends in Defense of the Charter of the United Nations, which includes Belarus, issued a special communiqué strongly condemning the act of aggression against Venezuela and the abduction of the head of state and government.

The document states: condemnation of the attack and abduction of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores de Maduro; support for Venezuela's right to self-defense and preservation of constitutional order; demand for respect of the inviolability of immunities of heads of state in accordance with international law; a call for the immediate cessation of hostilities and the release of the abducted individuals.

The communiqué also emphasizes the need for international intervention to prevent further escalation, protection of the civilian population, and respect for Venezuela's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence.

The group assured that it remains committed to the principles of international law enshrined in the UN Charter and calls on all concerned parties to peacefully resolve the conflict.

Context

Venezuela has been experiencing serious political and economic crises in recent years, including international allegations of human rights violations and breaches of sovereignty.