Nepal urges restraint amid Venezuela tensions
Summary
Nepal has urged restraint amid rising tensions in Venezuela following a US military operation that captured President Nicolás Maduro, emphasizing respect for sovereignty and peaceful resolution of disputes.
Key Points
- Nepal is closely monitoring recent developments in Venezuela and urges all parties to exercise maximum restraint.
- Nepal calls for respecting sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence as per the UN Charter.
- The situation escalated after a US military operation captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife on drug trafficking charges.
- Vice President Delcy Rodríguez became interim president with military support; Venezuela's state oil company is negotiating with the US.
