April 2025:
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The pope says that the protesters are shouting "deus vult" signifying their desire for the church to act as a unifying force in their country
Miiloo, do you condemn Hamas
I looked up statements/comments by various Western leaders. Here are some that I could find:
Emmanuel Macron (President of France) tweet:
The Venezuelan people are today rid of Nicolás Maduro’s dictatorship and can only rejoice.
By seizing power and trampling on fundamental freedoms, Nicolás Maduro gravely undermined the dignity of his own people.
The upcoming transition must be peaceful, democratic, and respectful of the will of the Venezuelan people. We wish that President Edmundo González Urrutia, elected in 2024, can swiftly ensure this transition.
Keir Starmer (UK PM and weasel par exellence) interview with BBC :
But we need to establish a full picture. I then need to speak to Trump [...] but I don't shy away from this, I've been a lifelong advocate of international law and the importance of compliance with international law, but I want to ensure that I have all the facts at my disposal, and we haven't got that at the moment, and we need to get that before we come to a decision about the consequences in relation to the actions that have been taken.
Mark Carney (Canadian PM) tweet:
One of the first actions taken by Canada’s new government in March 2025 was to impose additional sanctions on Nicolás Maduro’s brutally oppressive and criminal regime — unequivocally condemning his grave breaches of international peace and security, gross and systematic human rights violations, and corruption. Canada has not recognised the illegitimate regime of Maduro since it stole the 2018 election. The Canadian government therefore welcomes the opportunity for freedom, democracy, peace, and prosperity for the Venezuelan people.
Canada has long supported a peaceful, negotiated, and Venezuelan-led transition process that respects the democratic will of the Venezuelan people. In keeping with our long-standing commitment to upholding the rule of law, sovereignty, and human rights, Canada calls on all parties to respect international law. We stand by the Venezuelan people’s sovereign right to decide and build their own future in a peaceful and democratic society.
Ulf Kristersson (Swedish PM) (MTL) tweet:
Under Maduro's regime, Venezuela has been one of the world's most hardline socialist dictatorships.
Sweden has long pointed out that Maduro lacks democratic legitimacy - not least after the 2024 election fraud.
Within the EU, we have imposed sanctions on Venezuela and the Swedish government has increased support for independent media in Venezuela.
The Venezuelan people have now been freed from Maduro's dictatorship.
But all states also have a responsibility to respect and act in accordance with international law. It is also a long-term security policy interest for Sweden.
What is now needed is a rapid and peaceful transition to democratic rule in Venezuela.
Espen Barth Eide (Norwegian PM) statement:
‘The developments in Venezuela mark a grave escalation of an already highly volatile situation. It is now imperative that the full facts of what has occurred are established,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.
‘The Maduro regime lacks democratic legitimacy. The 2024 election made clear that the regime no longer commands the support of the majority of the Venezuelan people, yet Maduro has nevertheless clung to power. The regime has grown increasingly authoritarian and bears responsibility for widespread and systematic human rights violations,’ said Eide.
‘International law is universal and binding on all states. The American military operation in Venezuela is not in accordance with international law. A peaceful transition to democratic governance remains the only viable path forward for Venezuela. This requires inclusive political processes that respect the rights and aspirations of the population,’ said Eide.
Pedro Sánchez (Spanish PM) (MTL) tweet:
Spain did not recognize the Maduro regime. But neither will it recognize an intervention that violates international law and pushes the region toward a future of uncertainty and belligerence.
We call on all actors to consider the civilian population, to respect the UN Charter, and to work toward a just and negotiated transition.
I tried but couldn't easily find relevant statements by Japan, the Netherlands, or Germany.
I think it's noteworthy that they generally seem to want this to become a proper coup, talking about transition to democracy.
I wonder how they'd spin it in Europe to justify remaining "allies" with the US if they annex Greenland.
I'm thinking they'll blame all on Trump and hoping that as soon as he's out the yanks will go back to being polite about plundering Europe.
This isn't a neighboring country so it's fine to attack for some reason.
If he was more self-aware he could earn good money starring in an 80s style action parody called American Sensei or something
China made a really good call banning influencers talking about things like this without at least having a degree in it
built different
Bastion of democracy in action
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