World Reacts To U.S. Strikes On Venezuela

January 3 (Reuters) – Reactions to the US attacks on Venezuela on Saturday are as follows:

“This morning the United States committed an act of armed aggression against Venezuela. This is extremely alarming and reprehensible.”

“The excuses used to justify such actions are unfounded. Ideological hostility prevailed over commercial pragmatism and the desire to build relationships based on trust and predictability.”

“In the current situation, it is important, above all, to prevent further escalation of tensions and to focus on finding a way out of the situation through dialogue.”

“Latin America must remain a region of peace, as it declared in 2014. And Venezuela must be guaranteed the right to self-determination without any subversive intervention, let alone military intervention.”

“We support the call of the Venezuelan authorities and the leaders of Latin American countries for the immediate convening of the UN Security Council.”

“FREEDOM PROGRESSES. LIVE FREEDOM A HERO,” wrote Milei, a strong regional ally of Donald Trump.

Milei uploaded a video with her explanation of X; In this video, he was seen speaking at a summit, describing Maduro as a threat to the region and supporting Trump’s pressure on Caracas.

“It’s past time to be timid about this issue,” Milei said, according to a video on account X.

“The government of Mexico strongly condemns and rejects the military actions taken unilaterally by the armed forces of the United States of America in recent hours against targets on the territory of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, which clearly violate Article 2 of the Charter of the United Nations.”

“Mexico emphasizes that dialogue and negotiation are the only legitimate and effective means of resolving existing differences and therefore reaffirms its willingness to support any efforts to facilitate dialogue, mediation or accompaniment that contribute to the maintenance of regional peace and the avoidance of conflicts.”

“I want to set out the facts first. I want to talk to President Trump. I want to talk to the allies. I can be absolutely clear that we are not involved… and I always say and believe that we should all support international law,” Starmer told British broadcasters.

“The bombings on Venezuelan territory and the capture of the president cross an unacceptable line. These actions are a serious affront to Venezuela’s sovereignty and set an extremely dangerous precedent for the entire international community.”

“Attacking countries in flagrant violation of international law is the first step towards a world full of violence, chaos and instability, where the law of the strongest prevails over multilateralism.”

“Ukraine has consistently defended the right of nations to live freely, free from dictatorship, oppression and human rights violations. The Maduro regime has violated these principles in every respect.”

“We are in favor of further developments that prioritize democracy, human rights and the interests of Venezuelans and comply with the principles of international law.”

“The President of Belarus CATEGORICALLY CONDEMNS America’s aggressive action against Venezuela. Alexander Lukashenko recently talked about its consequences in an interview with American journalists. In particular, he said: “This will be a second Vietnam. “Americans don’t need this,” Belta news agency quoted Lukashenko’s spokeswoman Natalia Eismont as saying.

He wrote about X: “The time is coming for all the narco-Chavista criminals. Their structures will eventually collapse throughout the continent.”

“To Corina Machado, Edmundo Gonzalez and the Venezuelan people: It is time to take back your country. You have an ally in Ecuador.”

“The Government of the Eastern Republic of Uruguay has been following closely and with serious concern the events reported from Venezuela in recent hours, including US air strikes on Venezuelan military facilities and civilian infrastructure.”

“Uruguay rejects, as always, military intervention by one country in the territory of another and reaffirms the importance of respecting international law and the UN Charter, in particular the fundamental principle that States must refrain from resorting to threats or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State or in any manner inconsistent with the Purposes of the United Nations.”

“I met with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and our Ambassador in Caracas. The EU is closely following the situation in Venezuela.”

“The EU has repeatedly stated that Mr. Maduro lacks legitimacy and advocates a peaceful transition. In all circumstances, the principles of international law and the UN Charter must be respected. We call for moderation.”

“We are following the situation in Venezuela very closely. We stand with the Venezuelan people and support a peaceful and democratic transition. Any solution must respect international law and the UN Charter.”

“As the Government of Chile, we express our concern and condemnation of the US military actions in Venezuela and call for a peaceful solution to the serious crisis affecting the country.”

“Chile reaffirms its commitment to the fundamental principles of international law, such as the prohibition of the use of force, non-intervention, the peaceful settlement of international disputes and the territorial integrity of States.”

“The Government of the Republic of Colombia views with deep concern the reports of explosions and unusual weather activity in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in recent hours and the resulting escalation of tensions in the region.

“Colombia reaffirms its unconditional commitment to the principles contained in the UN Charter, in particular respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States, the prohibition of the use or threat of use of force, and the peaceful settlement of international disputes. In this context, the Colombian Government rejects any unilateral military action that could aggravate the situation or put the civilian population at risk.

“The important thing is that when we realize that the enemy is arrogantly trying to impose something on the country, the authorities, the government and the nation, we must stand tall against the enemy and resist hand to hand. We will not bow to the enemy.”

“Trusting in God Almighty, relying on God and relying on the support of the people, with God’s permission and divine grace, we will bring the enemy to his knees.”

“Spain calls for de-escalation and moderation, and for action always in accordance with international law and the principles of the UN Charter.”

“In this context, Spain is ready to offer its good offices to find a peaceful and negotiated solution to the current crisis.”

“Early on Saturday morning, January 3, 2026, the United States began military operations on Venezuelan territory.

“Trinidad and Tobago is NOT a participant in any of these ongoing military operations. Trinidad and Tobago continues to maintain peaceful relations with the Venezuelan people.”

“With President Trump, the United States is abandoning the rules-based order that has shaped us since 1945.”

“The coup in Venezuela marks a return to the old US doctrine before 1940: the mentality of thinking within spheres of influence, where the law of force, not international law, is valid.”

“Trump is destroying what remains of trust in the United States”

“For many years, Maduro suppressed civil society in Venezuela and supported terrorism and drugs in the region as a means of power to destabilize his rivals. This was a violation of international law.”

“From a human rights perspective, the end of his rule is good news.”

“America’s actions overnight in Venezuela are unorthodox and against international law, but that could be a good thing if they make China and Russia think twice.”

“I hope the Venezuelan people can now turn a new page without Maduro.”

“America’s aggression against Venezuela has no legal basis. We are facing a blatant violation of international law, which documents the dominance of the militarily strongest and best equipped… I hope the entire international community will make its voice heard and everyone will understand that no one can feel safe if the rules apply only to enemies and not friends. Nor can the illiberal nature of a government’s rule justify an attack on a sovereign state.”

“International law prohibits the use of force as an instrument of national policy. Outside the UN Chapter VII mandate, force may only be used in response to an armed attack or possibly to rescue a population under imminent threat of annihilation.”

“Clearly, the armed operation against Venezuela meets neither of these requirements. The claims that the United States has an interest in suppressing the drug trade or that the Maduro government is essentially a criminal organization provide no legal justification.”

“Indonesia is monitoring developments in Venezuela to ensure the safety of its citizens.”

“Indonesia also calls on all parties involved to de-escalate tensions and prioritize a peaceful solution through dialogue, while prioritizing the protection of civilians.”

“Indonesia emphasizes the importance of respecting international law and the principles of the UN Charter.”

“Hezbollah condemns the terrorist attack on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and American thuggery…”

“Hezbollah also affirms its full solidarity with the people, presidency and government of Venezuela in combating this American aggression and arrogance.”

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Toby Chopra, William Maclean)