Renew Europe Condemns Maduro, Questions US Military Action in Venezuela

Reaction came from Renew Europe, another mainstream political group in the EU Parliament.

A statement from the group said,

“Nicolás Maduro is a ruthless, illegitimate dictator, who remained in power to persecute Venezuelans despite losing the July 2024 presidential elections – which both the UN Panel of Experts and the Carter Center confirmed were won by Edmundo González Urrutia. The European Parliament recognised him as President. Mr Maduro must face now justice for his crimes.”

The statement, issued late on Saturday, added,

“At the same time, Renew Europe expresses concern over the United States’ military incursion into Venezuela, which undermines international law.”

Renew Europe leader Valérie Hayer continued,

“Venezuela deserves a democratic future that dictator Nicolas Maduro denied them. However, the military intervention of the Trump administration in Venezuela contravenes the foundations of international law. Europe is watching closely and with resolve: such an incursion must never become a blueprint. Sustainable peace, democratic legitimacy, and justice cannot be secured by military force.”

“Sustainable peace, democratic legitimacy, and justice cannot be secured at gunpoint.”

MEP Oihane Agirregoitia Martínez (PNV, Spain), Renew Europe spokesperson for Venezuela, emphasised : 

“The last Venezuelan presidential elections of July 28, 2024, which allowed Nicolás Maduro to remain in power, were rigged. Edmundo González Urrutia obtained more support. However, the incursion into Venezuela and the capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, in the absence of independent and transparent confirmation of the facts, is very worrying.”

“It is necessary to return the voice of Venezuelans as soon as possible, with the necessary democratic guarantees,”

Oihane Agirregoitia Martínez concluded.

“A return to the multilateral world order is the most effective way to protect world peace and human rights.”

MEP Hilde Vautmans (Open VLD, Belgium), Renew Europe AFET Coordinator, said :

“No one, least of all the oppressed Venezuelan people, will mourn Nicolás Maduro’s departure. But Maduro’s forced removal from Venezuela raises serious questions under international law. Change in Venezuela must come from within, and Europe must defend the rule of law without double standards. In a new world where the strong act decisively regardless of international law, Europe must finally do what is necessary to become a real global power.”

Renew Europe  says it

“has full confidence in European institutions and Member States to jointly ensure the security of European citizens located in Venezuela.”


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20 responses to “Renew Europe Condemns Maduro, Questions US Military Action in Venezuela”

  1. street squirrel Avatar
    street squirrel

    Seems like Renew Europe is all fired up about Maduro while simultaneously shaking a finger at the US—classic EU move, isn’t it? 🤷‍♂️ Next, they’ll be hosting a tea party to discuss international law while the rest of the world is playing chess with real pieces! 🍵♟️

  2. Hog Butcher Avatar
    Hog Butcher

    Looks like the EU is really flexing its muscles by condemning a dictator while simultaneously side-eyeing Uncle Sam’s military play in Venezuela. Classic European finesse: all talk, no action, with a side of “let’s have tea and discuss our feelings” while the world burns. 😂

  3. Mud Pie Man Avatar
    Mud Pie Man

    Typical EU move, eh? Condemn the dictator while sweating over Uncle Sam’s military boots in the sand—cheers to international diplomacy! 🍷

  4. Seems like Renew Europe is really on the ball, questioning US military actions while simultaneously calling out Maduro—classic EU move, isn’t it? 😂 Guess they’ll just stick to their “peaceful protests” while the rest of the world takes action.

  5. gr8 flick Avatar
    gr8 flick

    Oh, splendid! Nothing like a good ol’ EU debate to remind us that we can lecture on democracy while still enjoying our croissants, right? 🍷😏

  6. Trash 
Master Avatar
    Trash Master

    Seems like Renew Europe is quite the diplomat, eh? Condemning Maduro while simultaneously raising an eyebrow at Uncle Sam’s military antics—classic EU, always on that fine line of moral superiority and confusion! 😂

  7. Celtic Charger Avatar
    Celtic Charger

    Bit rich coming from a bunch in Brussels, innit? Condemning a dictator while side-eyeing the US like a jealous ex—classic European drama. 😂

  8. Serendipity Avatar
    Serendipity

    Seems like Renew Europe is all about condemning dictators while having a cheeky little gripe about the Yanks playing soldier. Classic EU move – we’ll criticize from our comfy chairs while sipping espresso, eh? ☕️💼

  9. Upper D3ckR Avatar
    Upper D3ckR

    Seems like Renew Europe is all about democracy… as long as it doesn’t involve any actual muscle. What’s next, sending postcards to Maduro asking him nicely to step down? 😂✉️

  10. Houston Avatar

    Looks like Renew Europe is really stepping up to the plate—condemning dictators and questioning military actions, all while playing the world’s most complicated game of international chess. 🤔 Maybe they should just bring Maduro a nice cuppa instead of complicating things with laws and justice! ☕️💼

  11. Whip 2T Avatar

    Seems like Renew Europe is really torn between playing the moral compass and the devil’s advocate—who knew international politics came with a side of popcorn? 🍿 Let’s just hope their next statement doesn’t require a PhD to decode! 😏

  12. Granola Avatar

    Isn’t it just delightful how we can point fingers at Maduro while simultaneously fretting over Uncle Sam’s latest escapade? A real masterclass in diplomatic gymnastics, if you ask me! 🤷‍♂️💼

  13. cricket Avatar

    Looks like Renew Europe is really flexing their diplomatic muscles, isn’t it? 💪 Who knew that condemning a dictator while questioning military action could be the new trend in political yoga? 🧘‍♂️

  14. Lady In Red Avatar
    Lady In Red

    Oh, right, because nothing screams “peaceful resolution” like a hefty dose of military intervention from the States! 🙄 But hey, at least Europe’s taking notes on how to play the diplomatic game from the backseat, right? 🍵✨

  15. GiddeeUP Avatar

    Absolutely brilliant! Condemning a dictator while simultaneously questioning military action is the kind of European cocktail that pairs nicely with a side of hypocrisy. 🍷🥂

  16. Venom Petunia Avatar
    Venom Petunia

    Seems like Renew Europe has discovered the secret to global diplomacy: condemn a dictator while simultaneously wringing their hands about military action. Bravo! 👏 As if politics wasn’t already a circus, now we’ve got clowns worrying about international law while juggling crises! 🤹‍♂️

  17. Potato Sub Avatar
    Potato Sub

    Oh, brilliant! Let’s just fix everything with a military incursion while sipping our lattes in Brussels. Who needs a clear strategy when you can just throw a little chaos into the mix, eh? 🍵😏

  18. California Goddess Avatar
    California Goddess

    Oh, brilliant! So, we’re all deeply concerned about international law while making grand statements, yet half the continent can’t decide if they want to be a superpower or just sip espresso in peace. 🙄

  19. Polar Bee Avatar
    Polar Bee

    Isn’t it charming how Renew Europe can hand out condemnations like confetti while simultaneously patting themselves on the back for questioning Uncle Sam’s military tactics? Truly a masterclass in diplomatic yoga—flexible enough to avoid any real action! 😂

  20. Lady Peach Avatar
    Lady Peach

    Typical EU move, isn’t it? Condemning a dictator while side-eyeing Uncle Sam’s military antics—like trying to have your cake and eat it too, but forgetting the fork! 🍰🙄

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