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UN Experts Condemn US Covert Strikes as Breach of Venezuela's Sovereignty
UN experts condemned the United States for covert strikes against Venezuela, asserting these actions breach the countrys sovereignty and violate the Charter of the United Nations.
- Since September, at least six vessels have been targeted by US strikes in the Caribbean, raising serious concerns about violations of international law and Venezuelas sovereignty.
- United Nations rights experts criticized President Donald Trump for his military campaign aimed at disrupting drug trafficking, arguing it constitutes a breach of the Charter of the United Nations.
- The United States threats of armed force against Caracas are viewed as a potential precursor to extrajudicial killing, further complicating relations in the region and impacting Venezuela.
Why It Matters
This situation illustrates escalating tensions between the United States and Venezuela, highlighting broader issues of sovereignty and international law. The UNs condemnation raises questions about the legality of US military actions in the Caribbean and their implications for global governance.