INDOPOSCO.ID – Indonesia has expressed concern over the United States’ attack on Venezuela, warning that the move risks setting a highly dangerous and harmful precedent in international relations.
In a statement issued by the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) via social media platform X, monitored on Monday (Jan. 5, 2026), the government said it continues to closely monitor developments unfolding in Venezuela.
“Indonesia expresses deep concern over any action involving the use or threat of force that risks creating a dangerous precedent in international relations,” the ministry said.
Such actions, MoFA added, also risk undermining regional stability and peace, while weakening the principles of sovereignty and diplomacy.
Indonesia stressed that the international community must respect the rights and will of the Venezuelan people in exercising their sovereignty and determining the direction and future of their nation.
Referring to a previous statement issued on Saturday (Jan. 3, 2026), the ministry reiterated Indonesia’s call on all parties to “prioritize dialogue and exercise restraint, as well as comply with international law, including the United Nations Charter and international humanitarian law.”
Indonesia also emphasized that the protection of civilians must remain a top priority amid the escalating situation in the South American country.
In the early hours of Saturday (Jan. 3, 2026), Venezuelans were jolted by U.S. military strikes on civilian and military facilities, triggering massive explosions in several states amid rising tensions with Washington.
The Latin American nation subsequently declared a national state of emergency.
U.S. President Donald Trump later confirmed that his administration had carried out the attack on Venezuela and had successfully captured President Nicolas Maduro along with his wife, who were immediately taken to the United States.
The couple now face U.S. federal charges related to alleged drug trafficking and cooperation with terrorist organizations, as reported by Antara.
Following Maduro’s abduction by the United States, Venezuela’s Supreme Court ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to assume the role of interim president.
Venezuela’s Foreign Ministry also said it would file objections with various international organizations over Washington’s actions and has requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Jan. 5. (aro)
