Keir Starmer emphasized the significance of upholding international law following the US military airstrikes in Venezuela on Saturday. President Donald Trump announced the attack on Venezuela’s capital after a series of explosions hit various areas, including Fort Tiuna, the Venezuelan Ministry of Defense site. Power outages were reported in southern Caracas near a major military base.
During a statement, the UK Prime Minister refrained from criticizing the strikes, stating he had not spoken to President Trump but was working to gather all relevant information. He confirmed that the UK was not involved in the operation and was focused on the safety of British nationals in Venezuela. Mr. Starmer also declined to condemn Trump, stressing the need for more details and adherence to international law.
The PM assured British citizens in Venezuela that the government was actively ensuring their well-being. Residents witnessed multiple explosions and low-flying aircraft in Caracas, heightening tensions following Trump’s threats towards the Venezuelan president. The US president later confirmed “large scale strikes” on Venezuela, claiming the capture and removal of President Maduro and his wife from the country.
Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey urged Starmer to denounce Trump’s actions in Venezuela, criticizing the unlawful attacks. Similarly, Green Party leader Zack Polanski called on the PM to condemn the US military strikes as a breach of international human rights law. The Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office advised against all travel to Venezuela and instructed Britons in the country to seek shelter.
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