Mexico Condemns US Capture of Venezuelan President as Illegal Military Intervention

Mexico condemned the US capture of Maduro as an illegal military intervention.

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Sheinbaum invoked Benito Juárez: respect for the rights of others is peace.

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The Mexican foreign ministry emphasized principles of peace and non-intervention.

Former president López Obrador broke his retirement to denounce the attack.

Trump issued thinly veiled warnings to Mexico, Cuba, and Colombia.

He called Cuba a failing nation and warned Petro to watch his ass.

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Mexican President Sheinbaum responded by saying Mexico strongly condemns and rejects US military action.

Regional leaders warned of destabilization.

The capture unleashed a wave of international condemnation.

“The detention of the Venezuelan dictator was carried out in the early hours of January 3, 2026”

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The Congressional Black Caucus called the operation a grave and illegal abuse of power.

Critics warned the action risked destabilizing the region.

The Atlantic Council described the campaign as a high-risk gamble.

Venezuela's new leader softened her tone the day after the capture.

She extended an invitation to the U.S. for peace and dialogue.

Los Angeles Times

Trump insisted the U.S. was dealing with the people just sworn in.