The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA) has issued a forceful condemnation of a January 3, 2026 military operation by the United States in Venezuela, describing it as an illegal breach of international law. The regional bloc demanded the immediate release of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who was reportedly evacuated following explosions in Caracas during the pre-dawn operation.
In an official statement released Saturday, ALBA characterized the action as a direct threat to Latin American stability, asserting it violated the UN Charter's principles of sovereignty. The alliance's position has been echoed by Venezuela's government, which called the operation a 'flagrant violation' of national sovereignty.
Colombia and Cuba joined Russia in denouncing the military action, with regional analysts noting this marks the most significant escalation in US-Venezuela relations since 2020. The Venezuelan communications ministry confirmed Maduro's temporary relocation as a security precaution but provided no details about his current whereabouts.
International observers are monitoring potential ripple effects across energy markets, given Venezuela's status as a major oil producer. The UN Security Council is expected to convene an emergency session early next week to address the crisis.
