Maduro, who attended the closing of the International Anti-Fascist World Festival held in the capital Caracas, reacted to former Colombian leader Uribe.
Maduro said, “Criminal, murderer Uribe is calling for military intervention for Venezuela. Coward man, I invite you to the private field. You are a murderer, a drug lord and a coward, you hide behind others. No one wants the military intervention that Uribe wants.” “No one wants intervention, no one wants more violence.” he said.
Stating that Venezuela has called for a global anti-fascist alliance, Maduro said, “Venezuela is determined to defend peace, sovereignty and the people’s right to self-determination with Cuba and Nicaragua. If we have to arm ourselves if necessary, we will protect this right.” he said.
Maduro stated that they are stronger than ever and said, “Venezuela, Nicaragua and Cuba are at the forefront of the fight against fascism and re-colonization efforts in Latin America.” made an evaluation.
Emphasizing that Venezuela is prepared against all kinds of aggression, Maduro noted that this includes armed struggle.
Uribe calls for international armed intervention
Former Colombian President Uribe yesterday called for an international military intervention to remove Maduro from office and said that the intervention should be carried out with the support of the United Nations (UN).
Uribe said, “There is a need for a UN-supported international intervention to overthrow these tyrants and hold free elections immediately. The dictatorship must be ended in cooperation with the Venezuelan army.” He used the expressions.
In its statement yesterday, the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs drew attention to the allegations of human rights violations in Venezuela and stated that the elections held on July 28, 2024 were not free and fair.
Maduro swore in his new term
Nicolas Maduro, who won the presidential election in Venezuela on July 28, 2024, for the third time with 52 percent of the votes, was sworn in for his new term.
Edmundo Gonzalez, who was running as the candidate of the opposition coalition, claimed that Maduro had staged a coup against the will of the people.
In a joint statement made yesterday, G7 countries condemned Maduro’s oath taking office on the grounds that it “lacked democratic legitimacy”.
Source: www.dunya.com