EU Calls for Respect for the Will of the Venezuelan People
January 5, 2026
The European Union called for respect for the will of the Venezuelan people following the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro. The statement emphasizes that restoring democracy with the participation of Venezuelans is the only solution to the crisis. The EU urges calm and restraint from all parties involved. It also highlights the importance of respecting international law and the country's sovereignty. Lastly, it calls for the unconditional release of all political prisoners in Venezuela.