On January 3, 2026, the U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, conducted airstrikes on various locations in Venezuela, targeting key military sites including the Cuartel de la Monta\u00f1a. Following these strikes, Trump announced via social media that Nicol\u00e1s Maduro had been captured and flown out of the country, raising immediate concerns regarding the operation’s legality and implications.<\/p>\n
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro S\u00e1nchez emphasized the need for “de-escalation and responsibility” amid growing tensions due to the U.S. actions. His focus is on restoring peace and stability, reflecting concerns about the regional impact of external military interventions.<\/p>\n
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen acknowledged the reasons for condemning Maduro’s regime but opposed the U.S.-led regime change. She stressed that national sovereignty should remain inviolable, urging respect for the Venezuelan people’s rights to determine their own future.<\/p>\n
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, stated that any solution for Venezuela must adhere to international law. The EU has expressed its support for the Venezuelan people while advocating for a peaceful and democratic transition.<\/p>\n
The European People’s Party has called for a debate in the European Parliament regarding recent events in Venezuela. They hailed the potential end of what they termed a “narcodictatorship” but criticized S\u00e1nchez’s government for its perceived inadequacy in addressing the crisis.<\/p>\n
Izquierda Unida (United Left) condemned the U.S. military intervention as an “illegal imperialist act.” They labeled Maduro\u2019s capture as a violation of Venezuela’s sovereignty and called for international accountability regarding the military actions taken.<\/p>\n
Podemos, another leftist party, also denounced the attacks. They expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people and argued that such military actions constitute a broader strategy of U.S. intervention that undermines regional stability.<\/p>\n
The Basque Nationalist Party (PNV) voiced concern over what it views as a unilateral breach of international norms by the U.S. They called for a return to a multilateral world order to ensure peace and respect for human rights in Venezuela.<\/p>\n
Thousands of Venezuelans in Madrid celebrated Maduro’s capture, hoping it marks the “end of the Maduro regime.” Despite their relief, many remain cautious about the future, advocating for the importance of a democratic transition in Venezuela.<\/p>\n
The reactions from Spain underscore a complex mix of support for Venezuelan sovereignty and condemnation of external military actions. As the international community keeps a close eye on developments, the aspirations for a peaceful resolution resonate strongly among those affected by the crisis, both domestically and abroad.<\/p>\n