Venezuela Urges UN Security Council Meeting Over US ‘Acts of Aggression’
The government of Venezuela has formally requested a United Nations Security Council meeting to address what it describes as ‘acts of aggression and coercive measures by the United States.’ According to diplomatic sources, the meeting is expected to take place in the coming days.
Reports indicate that a UN diplomat stated the meeting will most likely be held early next week at the formal request of Caracas, though some sources noted that recent developments could lead to an earlier session.
Al Jazeera, citing Venezuela’s representative to the UN, Samuel Moncada, reported that Caracas is seeking an emergency session to examine what it calls ‘ongoing US aggression.’ Moncada said recent remarks by US President Donald Trump were unprecedented and violated Venezuela’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence.
The Venezuelan envoy stressed that the statements amounted to a warning of possible military force if Venezuela refuses to comply with US demands. He characterized the US actions as part of a broader colonial and coercive strategy against a sovereign nation.
According to Moncada, any threats or use of force by the United States constitute a direct violation of Article 2, Paragraph 4 of the UN Charter. He added that Venezuela is currently facing unilateral actions, including a maritime blockade, that contradict international law.
Moncada also warned that attempts to enforce an aerial blockade through threats and coercion could jeopardize international civil aviation safety—an issue he said requires urgent consideration by the UN Security Council.
