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Congress, Left Decry US Venezuela Action as Grave International Law Breach

The Indian National Congress has expressed grave concern over US military actions in Venezuela, labeling the capture of President Nicolas Maduro a violation of international law. The condemnation coincided with a protest by Left parties at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, which decried the move as imperialist aggression aimed at capturing oil resources. The US operation, announced by President Donald Trump, resulted in Maduro's capture and his subsequent travel to New York to face criminal charges. India's Ministry of External Affairs has termed the developments a deep concern, advocating for peaceful dialogue while its embassy assists the Indian community in Caracas.

Key Points: India, Congress React to US Action in Venezuela

  • Congress voices grave concern over US Venezuela operation
  • Left parties protest at Jantar Mantar, condemn "imperialist aggression"
  • US forces captured President Maduro and his wife
  • India terms situation "deep concern," urges peaceful dialogue
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Congress expresses 'grave concern' over US action in Venezuela

Congress expresses grave concern over US action capturing Venezuela's Maduro. India calls for peaceful dialogue. CPI(M) protests at Jantar Mantar.

Congress expresses 'grave concern' over US action in Venezuela
"Settled principles of international law cannot be violated unilaterally. - Jairam Ramesh"

New Delhi, Jan 4

The Congress on Sunday expressed "grave concern" over the US action in Venezuela and the "capturing" of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, calling the entire operation a violation of international law.

Jairam Ramesh, General Secretary in-charge Communications, Congress, in a post on X, said, "The INC expresses very grave concern on US actions relating to Venezuela in the past 24 hours. Settled principles of international law cannot be violated unilaterally."

The Congress reaction to the international development coincided with a protest by Left parties on Sunday at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar.

The CPI(M) leadership condemned the US for what they described as an "imperialist military aggression" against Venezuela, calling for worldwide condemnation and urging the Centre to take a clear and firm stand against the action.

The protestors alleged that the US attacked Venezuela to "capture" the oil sources in the South American nation.

This came after US President Donald Trump announced that American forces carried out a large-scale attack on the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, and "captured" President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. He has also said that the US will run the South American nation during the transition period.

Meanwhile, Maduro arrived in New York City late Saturday (local time) to face US criminal charges after federal prosecutors unsealed a sweeping indictment accusing him of leading a long-running narco-terrorism and cocaine trafficking conspiracy.

India on Sunday termed the recent developments in Venezuela "a matter of concern" and urged all concerned parties to address issues peacefully through dialogue, ensuring peace and stability of the region.

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the Embassy of India in Caracas is in contact with members of the Indian community and is providing all possible assistance.

"Recent developments in Venezuela are a matter of deep concern. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation. India reaffirms its support to the well-being and safety of the people of Venezuela. We call upon all concerned to address issues peacefully through dialogue, ensuring peace and stability of the region," it further read.

"The Embassy of India in Caracas is in contact with members of the Indian community and will continue to provide all possible assistance," it added.

MEA's statement comes after US Delta forces attacked an army base in Venezuela on Saturday, capping months of military buildup, and captured President Nicolas Maduro along with his wife, Cilia Flores.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
First and foremost, I'm glad our embassy is in touch with the Indian community there. Safety of our people abroad is paramount. 🇮🇳 The geopolitical situation is worrying, but India's response calling for dialogue is the mature, diplomatic stance we are known for.
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Arjun K
While the US action is extreme, let's not forget Maduro is accused of narco-terrorism. The world has a problem with drug cartels. But capturing a head of state? That sets a dangerous precedent. Complex issue.
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Sarah B
It's clearly about oil. The protestors at Jantar Mantar have a point. The US has a history of such interventions for resources. India must be careful in its dealings and protect its own energy interests. Our foreign policy needs to be strategic.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, the Congress's statement feels like opportunistic politics. Where is this "grave concern" when similar issues are closer to home? Our government's measured response is the correct one. We are not in a position to lecture superpowers, but we can advocate for peace.
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Meera T
This is scary. If they can do this to Venezuela today, which country is next? The UN seems powerless. India should use its growing global stature to rally other nations against such unilateral actions. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family) is being violated.

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