By Mbalire Brian Kisuule ll
(Your Daily Friend)
The Umkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) has strongly criticized the United States for its military raid in Venezuela. The MK Party condemns U.S. raid in Venezuela, saying the attack was illegal and an act of war.
This comes less than a year after the MK Party praised Donald Trump when he became president, calling his leadership a hope for global justice.
The criticism follows a raid in Caracas, where Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured at his home and taken to New York. He is facing charges linked to drugs and terrorism. MK Party condemns U.S. raid in Venezuela, aligning this action with imperialistic tendencies.
Donald Trump said the U.S. would now control Venezuela to ensure a “proper transition.” He mentioned Maduro’s charges but spoke many times about Venezuela’s oil.
In January 2025, the MK Party welcomed Trump’s return to power and said it could lead to a fairer world. Now, the party has changed its position.
The MK Party says the raid violates Venezuela’s sovereignty and breaks United Nations rules. Clearly, MK Party condemns U.S. raid in Venezuela as dangerous, especially for poor and developing countries.
Reactions around the world are divided. Left-leaning groups and Global South leaders, including South Africa’s EFF, say the raid is imperialism. Western leaders like France’s Emmanuel Macron and Canada’s Mark Carney support the move, saying it could bring democracy to Venezuela.
Some U.S. conservatives are also uncomfortable. They question whether the action follows Trump’s “America First” policy.
South Africa’s government has also condemned the U.S. attack and the arrest of President Maduro and his wife. It says the action breaks international law and the UN Charter.
The MK Party wants the UN Security Council to investigate the matter. It also asks the African Union to officially condemn the U.S. action.
As the U.S. says it is trying to stabilize Venezuela, many people around the world are watching closely. The big question is whether this will lead to change or a long and violent conflict.
