UN Secretary-General António Guterres Condemns US Military Action In Venezuela, Warns It Sets Dangerous Precedent And Threatens Regional Stability
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly criticised the United States over its reported military action in Venezuela, warning that the escalation poses serious risks to regional stability and undermines international law. In a statement delivered by UN spokesman Stéphane Dujarric on January 3, 2026, Guterres said he was deeply alarmed by the worsening crisis, describing the US action as a “dangerous precedent” with potentially far-reaching implications for Latin America and beyond.
The UN chief stressed that regardless of Venezuela’s internal political situation, all parties are obligated to respect international law, including the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter. He expressed grave concern that the established rules governing the use of force may not have been adhered to, cautioning that such actions could weaken the global legal order.
Guterres urged Venezuelan stakeholders to de-escalate tensions and pursue inclusive dialogue rooted in respect for human rights and the rule of law. Meanwhile, reactions in the United States remained divided, with Congressman Riley M. Moore defending the military action by accusing President Nicolás Maduro’s government of narcotics trafficking and enabling strategic influence by China, Russia, and Iran in the Western Hemisphere. The developments have further intensified international debate over the legality, consequences, and long-term impact of US intervention in Venezuela.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly criticised the United States over its reported military action in Venezuela, warning that the escalation poses serious risks to regional stability and undermines international law. In a statement delivered by UN spokesman Stéphane Dujarric on January 3, 2026, Guterres said he was deeply alarmed by the worsening crisis, describing the US action as a “dangerous precedent” with potentially far-reaching implications for Latin America and beyond.
The UN chief stressed that regardless of Venezuela’s internal political situation, all parties are obligated to respect international law, including the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter. He expressed grave concern that the established rules governing the use of force may not have been adhered to, cautioning that such actions could weaken the global legal order.
Guterres urged Venezuelan stakeholders to de-escalate tensions and pursue inclusive dialogue rooted in respect for human rights and the rule of law. Meanwhile, reactions in the United States remained divided, with Congressman Riley M. Moore defending the military action by accusing President Nicolás Maduro’s government of narcotics trafficking and enabling strategic influence by China, Russia, and Iran in the Western Hemisphere. The developments have further intensified international debate over the legality, consequences, and long-term impact of US intervention in Venezuela.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres Condemns US Military Action In Venezuela, Warns It Sets Dangerous Precedent And Threatens Regional Stability
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly criticised the United States over its reported military action in Venezuela, warning that the escalation poses serious risks to regional stability and undermines international law. In a statement delivered by UN spokesman Stéphane Dujarric on January 3, 2026, Guterres said he was deeply alarmed by the worsening crisis, describing the US action as a “dangerous precedent” with potentially far-reaching implications for Latin America and beyond.
The UN chief stressed that regardless of Venezuela’s internal political situation, all parties are obligated to respect international law, including the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter. He expressed grave concern that the established rules governing the use of force may not have been adhered to, cautioning that such actions could weaken the global legal order.
Guterres urged Venezuelan stakeholders to de-escalate tensions and pursue inclusive dialogue rooted in respect for human rights and the rule of law. Meanwhile, reactions in the United States remained divided, with Congressman Riley M. Moore defending the military action by accusing President Nicolás Maduro’s government of narcotics trafficking and enabling strategic influence by China, Russia, and Iran in the Western Hemisphere. The developments have further intensified international debate over the legality, consequences, and long-term impact of US intervention in Venezuela.
