Overview
- Spain, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay issued a joint statement rejecting unilateral military action in Venezuela and warning it sets a dangerous precedent under international law.
- UN Secretary‑General António Guterres voiced deep alarm and called the U.S. action a dangerous precedent, while UN human rights chief Volker Türk urged restraint and protection of civilians.
- The Security Council meeting was requested by Venezuela, Colombia and South Africa with backing from Russia and China, and will address threats to international peace and security.
- Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores are in U.S. custody in New York to face federal charges after reported aerial strikes in Caracas and nearby states during the operation.
- U.S. officials framed the mission as law enforcement and cited Article 51, and President Donald Trump signaled a temporary U.S. role in Venezuela with involvement of American oil companies.