A coalition of civic groups in Seoul protested outside the US Embassy, denouncing the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The rally, involving 38 organizations, criticized President Donald Trump for a military operation. Acting Venezuelan Ambassador Natasha Faria Fernandez demanded Maduro’s release and accused the US of violating the UN Charter.
Another rally near the embassy saw participants strongly condemning the US military action. The People’s Democracy Party plans to deliver a letter to the US Embassy seeking Maduro’s release. US officials defended the operation as a law enforcement action against drug trafficking, not a military invasion of Venezuela.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified that the US was not at war with Venezuela but targeting drug trafficking organizations. Rubio emphasized that the operation was a law enforcement action, not an invasion. The US administration aims to maintain pressure on Venezuela through sanctions and maritime enforcement, focusing on US interests and the well-being of Venezuelans.
