On Monday, January 5, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro arrived at a federal courthouse in Manhattan, New York, to face alleged drugs and weapons charges. 👀
This week, the United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting to address a recent United States military strike on Venezuela. The Chinese mainland voiced support for the session, expressing “grave concern” over Washington’s handling of President Maduro and calling for respect for international law. 🌐
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, condemned the actions by the United States, demanding the immediate release of President Maduro and defending Venezuela’s sovereignty. 🕊️
Adding to global tensions, former U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Sunday that the United States is monitoring protests in Iran “very closely” and would strike back “very hard” if protesters are harmed. 🔥
As diplomats debate and court proceedings continue, the world watches closely. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story. 💼✨
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Live: Updates following UN Security Council meeting on Venezuela
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