Heads up, fam! 📢 The UN Security Council is gearing up for an emergency session on Monday, Jan 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time (15:00 GMT) after the US launched a surprise military operation in Caracas over the weekend.
On Saturday, Jan 3, 2026, US forces reportedly captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in the capital, sparking international concern and raising big questions about regional stability and international law.
Khadija Ahmed, Somalia’s permanent representative to the UN – and president of the Security Council for January – told Xinhua that "the presidency intends to hold the emergency meeting on Monday at 10 a.m. (1500 GMT)."
Why it matters: The UN Security Council is the UN’s top body for maintaining global peace and security. Emergency sessions are rare and signal serious concern. 🌎
What to watch: Council members are expected to discuss calls for de-escalation, the legality of cross-border military action, and the humanitarian impact on Venezuelan civilians. Will they issue a resolution or statement? Stay tuned for updates!
🔹 When: Monday, Jan 5, 2026, 10:00 a.m. (15:00 GMT)
🔹 Who: UN Security Council, led by Somalia’s rotating presidency
🔹 Topic: US military operation in Venezuela and capture of President Maduro
Reference(s):
UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Venezuela on Monday
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