Could US President Trump pull a Venezuela on Iran?
As inflation soars and the rial crumbles, Iran’s streets erupt in protest, while the world waits to see who will step in, or stir the fire.
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Longer-term consequences of US strike on Venezuela concerning for small states: Singapore SM Lee
On whether there is a need to choose sides when other countries clash, SM Lee said that from the government’s point of view, it must stand up for a principle if it is at stake.
Power without restraint: The Korea Herald
US President Donald Trump’s Venezuela gamble exposes new risks for Korea’s security and energy.
China refutes comparison between Taiwan and Venezuela
Following the US seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, several critics in Taiwan have drawn parallels between the island and Venezuela, speculating that the…
Regime change redux: Dawn
The sovereignty of every nation must be respected, regardless of which political system they employ. If this simple principle cannot be honoured in practice, the international…
Growing unease in Asia-Pacific as US strike on Venezuela challenges rules-based order
Asian nations are concerned that the US strike on Venezuela undermines the rules-based international order. Some leaders and analysts criticised the recent US action, warning it…
Are we entering an era of ‘might is right’?: The Daily Star
US action may embolden other powers and destroy global stability.
China to maintain cooperation with Venezuela
China supports the United Nations Security Council in convening an emergency session over the US' military strike on Venezuela, and backs the Security Council in playing its due…
US President Trump’s capture of Venezuelan counterpart Maduro is about drugs, immigrants, and China
The timing of Maduro’s capture, just hours after he had reportedly met a Chinese envoy to reaffirm strategic ties, sent a message to China that the Western Hemisphere remains a…
UNSC to meet amid alarm over US action in Venezuela, concerns about risks to international system
On Saturday, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned that the crisis in Venezuela could undermine the foundations of international law by setting a “dangerous precedent“…