Recently, the US military carried out strikes in Venezuela and captured President Nicolas Maduro, a move that's sent shockwaves through global politics. 🌎💥
Public statements by US officials confirm direct action on Venezuelan soil, marking one of the boldest unilateral uses of force in the region in decades. This isn't just another news item; it challenges the very rules that keep international relations in check.
Why it matters: The United Nations Charter is like the world's rulebook, designed to stop powerful states from settling scores with violence. Attacking a sovereign nation without UN approval—and targeting its head of state—undermines these core principles.
China has voiced strong condemnation, emphasizing that respect for sovereignty and peaceful dispute resolution is the backbone of global order. 🤝
At the heart of this debate is a modern twist on the Monroe Doctrine: the idea that the Americas are a "core area of interest" for the US. Today's iteration brands any political choice outside US preferences as a threat, sidelining diplomacy in favor of compulsory action.
History shows such interventions often backfire—weakening institutions, fuelling social divisions, and breeding mistrust. And once the door to force is cracked open, it sets a precedent that can spread far beyond one region.
For young activists and global citizens across South and Southeast Asia, this episode is a reminder: international law must be defended so that political diversity and sovereignty aren't reduced to battlegrounds. Your voice matters in shaping a world where rules, not raw power, steer the course. 🌐🗣️
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Venezuela strikes signal troubling erosion of international law
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