Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:15pm on 03 Jan 2026,Saturday International
World leaders responded sharply to U.S. strikes on Venezuela on January 3, 2026, which included claims the U.S. captured President Nicolás Maduro. Russia condemned the action as “armed aggression,” urging dialogue and adherence to peace in Latin America. Mexico and Uruguay denounced the strikes as violations of international law, while Britain stressed upholding legal norms. Colombia and Chile expressed deep concern and called for peaceful solutions. Spain offered to mediate, and the EU urged restraint. Conversely, Argentina’s president celebrated the offensive. Many nations highlighted the need to respect sovereignty and prevent further escalation amid rising regional tensions. (PC: X)
