According to China Daily, several countries have issued strong condemnations over the United States for its attack on Venezuela early Saturday, during which Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were claimed to have been "captured and flown out of Venezuela."
Venezuela on Saturday denounced the US' "military aggression", after large explosions were heard and aircraft were seen over its capital Caracas earlier in the day.
The Venezuelan government said the military strike targeted civilian and military sites in at least four states, including Caracas, Miranda, Aragua and La Guaira, adding that the US' action blatantly violated the UN Charter.
In a statement, the Venezuelan government said President Nicolas Maduro had "ordered all national defense plans to be implemented" and declared a "state of external disturbance".
Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Saturday called for an urgent meeting of the Organization of American States and the UN to discuss the attack in Venezuela.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel condemned what he described as the "criminal US attack" against Venezuela, demanding an urgent response from the international community.
In a social media post, the president stressed that the region of peace (Latin America) is being brutally assaulted, and labeled the attack as a "state terrorism against the brave Venezuelan people and against Our America."
Expressing its deep concern and condemnation, the Russian Foreign Ministry said that the United States had committed "an act of armed aggression" against Venezuela.
Iran's Foreign Ministry also strongly condemned the military attack, calling it a "flagrant violation" of the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
In a statement, the ministry described the attack as an "act of aggression" and a clear breach of the fundamental principles of the United Nations Charter and international law prohibiting the use of force against sovereign states.
China: China strongly condemns U.S. use of force against Venezuela
China is deeply shocked by and strongly condemns the U.S.'s blatant use of force against a sovereign state and action against its president, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said here Saturday.
Russia: A clear violation of international law
Russia denounced the strikes as unlawful and illegitimate. Konstantin Kosachev, Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council, wrote on Telegram that Venezuela posed no threat to the United States, making the operation baseless.
He stressed that “order must be based on international law, not self-made rules,” warning that the precedent undermines global stability.
Cuba: A criminal act against peace
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel described the attack as “criminal” and called for an immediate international response. Writing on X, he said the strike represented a brutal assault on the region’s peace and urged global solidarity against what he termed aggression.
Colombia says it rejects unilateral military action
Colombia expressed deep concern over the escalation. President Gustavo Petro issued a statement emphasizing Colombia’s commitment to the UN Charter, particularly respect for sovereignty and the prohibition of force.
He condemned unilateral military actions that could endanger civilians and worsen tensions, urging immediate de-escalation to preserve peace and stability in Latin America.
Poland: A heavy start to 2026
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk acknowledged the gravity of the situation, saying the year had begun with a “heavy blow.”
He revealed that at least 11 Polish citizens remain in Venezuela despite repeated warnings to avoid travel there. Tusk pledged that Warsaw is monitoring developments closely and preparing for potential consequences, adding that Poland will “react and adapt to this new situation.”
Spain offers mediation for peace
Madrid called for de-escalation, moderation, and respect for international law. In a statement, the Spanish Foreign Ministry emphasized the need to avoid further violence and offered Spain’s role as a mediator to help facilitate dialogue and a peaceful resolution.
Spain’s appeal highlights Europe’s growing concern about instability in Latin America and its potential global repercussions.
Italy concerned about its citizens in Venezuela
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she was “closely monitoring the situation in Venezuela,” with a particular focus on gathering information about Italian citizens in the country.
With an estimated 160,000 Italians living in Venezuela, many holding dual citizenship, Rome is prioritizing the safety of its nationals while assessing the broader impact of the crisis.
MNA
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