The Ukrainian leader, who is immersed in his own struggle for national sovereignty, has not hidden his satisfaction with the news, stating this Saturday that Washington "knows how to deal with dictators."
Kiev praises Washington's firmness against the regime Zelensky's statements came in a context of high political relevance, just after a meeting in Kiev with national security advisors from a coalition of volunteer countries.
This group, actively working for peace in Ukraine, includes representation from key nations such as Spain, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and Italy, as well as delegates from NATO and the European Commission. When asked by the press about the events in Venezuela, the Ukrainian leader reflected on the US administration's response capability: "Well. What can I say? If you can treat dictators like that, then the United States of America knows what to do next."
These words underline Kiev's perception of the military effectiveness of its main strategic ally. Ukraine advocates for a "freedom opportunity" for Venezuelans Beyond Zelensky's strategic assessments, the Ukrainian government has issued an official ethical and humanitarian stance.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrii Sibiha, has led this position by defending that Venezuela finally deserves "an opportunity for freedom." Through official channels, Sibiha emphasized that "the people of Venezuela must have the opportunity for a normal life, with security, prosperity, and human dignity" and guaranteed that from Ukraine "we will continue to support their right to that normalcy, respect, and freedom." Ukrainian diplomacy bases this support on "the right of nations to live freely, free from dictatorship, oppression, and human rights violations," principles that, according to Kiev, the Maduro regime has systematically violated.
Denunciation of crimes and rejection of the 2024 elections The Ukrainian government has taken advantage of this milestone to remind that, like dozens of Western countries, it does not recognize the legitimacy of Maduro after the fraudulent July 2024 electoral process.
Sibiha recalled that the international community has repeatedly denounced the "crimes, violence, torture, oppression, and abuses of all basic freedoms, vote theft, and the destruction of democracy and the rule of law" in the Caribbean country. Looking towards the future, Ukraine ensures that it will remain vigilant of the events, always under the principles of international law and prioritizing "democracy, human rights, and the interests of Venezuelans." The minister closed his message with a global acknowledgment: "Thanks to all those in the world who help protect life."