The African Union and several African leaders have condemned the United States’ military attacks on Venezuela, calling for greater security across the continent. The AU urged restraint and respect for international law, warning that any escalation could jeopardize regional peace and stability. It emphasized that Venezuela’s situation involves complex internal challenges that can only be resolved through inclusive political dialogue among Venezuelans themselves.
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni stressed the need for Africa to strengthen its strategic security, citing the United States’ multi‑dimensional approach—operations in space, air, sea and land. He warned that Africa’s lack of strategic capacity poses a risk that leaders must address, and praised East African leaders for steps taken to protect the region.
The South African government has called on the UN Security Council to convene in response to the attacks, expressing grave concern and describing the U.S. actions as a blatant violation of the UN Charter. International observers have alarmed at the unilateral use of force without multilateral authorization, noting that the United States appears to have breached several internationally recognized principles, including sovereignty, international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes.
UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres said he is deeply alarmed by the U.S. action, which sets a “dangerous precedent.” The Security Council is scheduled to meet to discuss the matter, with many countries voicing concerns over sovereignty, international law and diplomatic conduct.
The attack on Venezuela has sparked a broader debate about global power dynamics and the need for African countries to strengthen their strategic security and economic autonomy. Experts argue that the U.S. actions highlight the necessity for Africa to reduce reliance on external financial structures and to develop its own economic and security institutions.
Nigeria’s silence on the attack has been questioned, prompting calls for the government to clarify its position. Former Nigerian Senator Shehu Sani and human‑rights activist Omoyele Sowore condemned the U.S. action, likening it to previous U.S. military interventions. The Communist Party of Kenya also denounced the invasion as illegal and imperialist, urging the international community to condemn the actions and show solidarity with the Venezuelan people.
A newly unsealed U.S. Justice Department indictment accuses Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro of running a “corrupt, illegitimate government” sustained by an extensive drug‑trafficking operation. Maduro and his wife face several charges, including narco‑terrorism conspiracy and cocaine importation conspiracy. The indictment alleges that Maduro collaborated with violent drug traffickers to ship thousands of tons of cocaine into the United States, providing law‑enforcement cover and logistical support to cartels in exchange for profits.
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