🗓️ Just days ago in early January 2026, the U.S. carried out a bold strike on Venezuela. In this dramatic operation, President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were captured and flown out of the country. 🇻🇪✈️
While Washington argues it was aimed at dismantling criminal networks, the move has set off alarms worldwide. UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned it, saying the rules of international law weren’t respected. 🔥
Why does this matter? ⚖️ After World War II, nations agreed force is only legal in self-defense or with UN Security Council approval. These principles live in Article 2(4) and Article 51 of the UN Charter. 🚫💣
Since Venezuela didn’t attack the U.S., and no Security Council resolution was passed, this strike sidesteps the UN’s rulebook. That chips away at sovereignty and risks turning rare exceptions into the new norm. 😬
What’s at stake? 🌍 Sovereignty isn’t a privilege—it’s a right. When powerful states ignore legal limits, it opens the door to more unilateral actions down the road. For young people in Latin America and beyond, this shapes the world order you’ll inherit. 🌱
Whether you’re a news junkie, a student, or an aspiring entrepreneur, understanding these shifts is key. Stay tuned as we follow how this controversial strike may rewrite the rules of global engagement. ✌️📰
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
