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U.N. Warns U.S. Military Action Violates Venezuela's Sovereignty

1/5/2026

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The United Nations (U.N.) Secretary-General António Guterres said the United States (U.S.) military action against Venezuela on January 3 violates international law.
The action threatens Venezuela's sovereignty.
Guterres warned the move could trigger instability in Venezuela and regional spillovers.
The situation remains critical, with President Nicolás Maduro detained in New York on serious charges.

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The United Nations (U.N.) Secretary-General António Guterres said the United States (U.S.) military action against Venezuela on January 3 violates international law.
The action threatens Venezuela's sovereignty.
Guterres warned the move could trigger instability in Venezuela and regional spillovers.
The situation remains critical, with President Nicolás Maduro detained in New York on serious charges.