Editorial | On the brink

Summary

The US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a violation of international law, sparking global condemnation and raising concerns about sovereignty and the global order.

Key Points
  • The US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in Caracas to face federal charges.
  • International community condemned the capture as a violation of sovereignty and international law.
  • UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticized the US action as breaching the UN Charter.
  • The incident raises concerns about the future of the rules-based international order and global stability.
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