US EditionVenezuela: US Action Weakens International Law, Rules-Based Global System
Amnesty International warns US military capture of Venezuela's leaders breaches international law and risks escalating human rights violations, urging respect for humanitarian protections.
- On Saturday, a US military action by the US Trump Administration captured Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores, Amnesty International said, raising grave concerns for Venezuelan human rights and global law.
- Amnesty International noted the attack was carried out by one of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and said the declared US intention to control Venezuela's oil `most likely constitutes a violation of international law, including the UN Charter`.
- Amnesty International warned that human rights defenders and political activists face immediate risk and demanded respect for persons deprived of liberty, including due process and humane treatment.
- Amnesty International warned the operation could spark further escalation and imitation by other states, threatening Venezuelan civilians including victims, survivors and the millions who have fled.
- Amnesty International urged the US government to comply with international humanitarian and human rights law and prioritise civilian protection, reiterating that allegations against Maduro's government must be investigated and prosecuted before independent and impartial courts.
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