Venezuela’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Samuel Moncada, accused the United States of carrying out armed aggression against Venezuela, arguing that the alleged actions are driven by the country’s vast natural resources and strategic geopolitical position.
Addressing an emergency briefing of the United Nations Security Council on Monday, Moncada warned that not only Venezuela’s sovereignty is under threat, but also the credibility of international law and the authority of the United Nations itself.
He stated that Venezuela was subjected to what he described as an “illegal armed attack” by the United States on January 3, asserting that the action lacked any legal justification and constituted a grave violation of the UN Charter, the Geneva Conventions, and the principle of sovereign equality.
Moncada described Venezuela as a victim of “US aggression,” linking the situation in large part to the country’s natural wealth. He said Venezuela’s resources have historically been a source of foreign greed and external pressure, contributing to repeated attempts to undermine the country’s independence and political stability.
The Venezuelan diplomat urged the Security Council to fully assume its responsibilities under the UN Charter. He called on the body to demand the release of what he described as the “abducted” president and first lady, to respect their legal immunity, and to issue a clear condemnation of the use of force against Venezuela.
He also appealed for renewed commitment to core international principles, including the prohibition of acquiring territory or resources by force, the adoption of measures aimed at de-escalation, the protection of civilians, and the restoration of respect for international law.
Moncada concluded by assuring the Security Council that Venezuela’s state institutions are functioning normally and that the government continues to exercise effective control over its territory, rejecting claims of internal collapse or loss of authority.
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