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Russia Slams EU's Double Standards on Venezuela Crisis

1/3/2026

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Dimitrev Critiques EU

Kirill Dimitrev, Russian envoy, criticized European leaders for double standards on international law.
The European Union called for a peaceful transition in Venezuela.
EU President Ursula von der Leyen said Maduro lacks legitimacy and must respect international law.
Israeli officials praised the United States operation that captured Maduro and expressed solidarity with Venezuela.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer denied knowledge of the operation and emphasized international law.

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Trump Captures Maduro

United States President Donald Trump announced that United States forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, in Caracas.
Maduro and his wife are expected to face drug charges in New York.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister said actions regarding Maduro must follow international law and condemned human rights violations.
Venezuelan communities in South Florida celebrated the news, hoping for democracy and freedom.

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Dimitrev Critiques EU

Kirill Dimitrev, Russian envoy, criticized European leaders for double standards on international law.
The European Union called for a peaceful transition in Venezuela.
EU President Ursula von der Leyen said Maduro lacks legitimacy and must respect international law.
Israeli officials praised the United States operation that captured Maduro and expressed solidarity with Venezuela.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer denied knowledge of the operation and emphasized international law.

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