The United Nations Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting on Monday after the United States carried out military action in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, escalating an already tense international situation.
Emergency Session Requested by Colombia
According to diplomatic sources, Colombia formally requested the urgent meeting, with support from Russia and China. The request triggered the convening of the 15-member council to address the sudden escalation and its global implications.
The Security Council has already met twice in recent months—once in October and again in December—as tensions between United States and Venezuela continued to intensify.
U.N. Raises Alarm Over Escalation
In a statement released over the weekend, the United Nations expressed serious concern about the unfolding situation. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the U.N., said he is “deeply alarmed” by the latest developments in Venezuela.
The statement warned that the U.S. action could be seen as a dangerous precedent, stressing that international law and established global norms must be respected.
Concerns Over International Law
Speaking on behalf of the Secretary-General, U.N. spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said there is growing concern that the rules governing international conduct may have been ignored. He emphasized that adherence to international law is critical to preventing wider conflict and maintaining global stability.
As global attention turns to Monday’s emergency meeting, diplomats are expected to debate possible responses and the broader impact on regional and international security.
