(Oldglorychronicle.com) – Spain and five Latin American countries reject US intervention in Venezuela, sparking a debate over sovereignty and resource control.
Story Overview
- Six countries issued a joint statement condemning US actions in Venezuela.
- President Trump’s comments on accessing Venezuelan oil have caused international alarm.
- The statement calls for a peaceful resolution, urging UN intervention.
- Rejection of US unilateralism highlights tensions over regional sovereignty.
Joint Statement Condemns US Actions
On January 4, 2026, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and Spain issued a joint statement condemning the US military operation that ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The operation, which captured Maduro and his wife, was viewed as a violation of international law and an overreach by the United States under President Donald Trump. The statement emphasized the need for regional sovereignty and called for peaceful dialogue without external interference.
The statement is a powerful rejection of unilateral US military actions, underscoring the importance of sovereignty and non-intervention in Latin America. The inclusion of Spain in the communiqué, alongside the five Latin American nations, highlights a broad international consensus against the militarized approach to Venezuela’s political crisis. This move is a direct challenge to Trump’s stated intentions of administrating Venezuela and exploiting its oil resources.
International Response to Trump’s Oil Comments
The controversy surrounding Trump’s comments about accessing Venezuelan oil has sparked significant international concern. Critics argue that such remarks undermine the principles of sovereignty and could lead to resource exploitation. The joint statement from the six countries warns against the appropriation of Venezuela’s resources and calls for international dialogue to resolve the crisis peacefully. The United Nations has been urged to intervene and de-escalate the situation, highlighting the need for multilateral solutions in complex geopolitical conflicts.
Analysts note that this development could set a dangerous precedent for future interventions in the region, potentially destabilizing the declared “Zone of Peace” in Latin America. The region’s history with external intervention, particularly from the United States, adds to the sensitivities surrounding this issue.
Implications for Regional Stability
The joint statement reflects a unified stance against the violation of Venezuelan sovereignty, emphasizing the importance of regional cooperation and stability. In the short term, tensions are likely to escalate, with potential risks to civilian safety and increased international scrutiny on US actions. In the long term, this situation could erode regional security frameworks and encourage other nations to challenge US policies in Latin America.
As the international community watches closely, the outcome of this crisis will have significant implications for global energy markets and political dynamics. The oil sector, already vulnerable due to geopolitical tensions, faces further uncertainty as claims of external appropriation threaten market stability.
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