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CORRECTED-QUOTES-World reacts to US strikes on Venezuela
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Following are reactions to Saturday's U.S. strikes on Venezuela. UN SECRETARY-GENERAL ANTONIO GUTERRES"These developments constitute a dangerous precedent," Guterres' spokesperson said. "The Secretary-General continues to emphasize the importance of full respect...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Top US military officer says Venezuela operation included over 150 aircraft
PALM BEACH, Florida, Jan 3 (Reuters) - The top U.S. military officer said on Saturday that the operation involving Venezuela included more than 150 aircraft and was carried out on the direct orders of President Donald Trump. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine said Trump ordered ...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Trump says U.S. embargo on Venezuelan oil remains in full effect
PALM BEACH, Florida, Jan 3 (Reuters) - A U.S. embargo on all Venezuelan oil remains in full effect, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday.Trump told reporters that the U.S. military forces would remain in position until U.S. demands had been fully met."The American armada remains poised i...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
REFILE-Venezuelan opposition activists in Madrid warily cheer Maduro capture
Opposition figures in Madrid call for peaceful transition led by oppositionAnalysts say unclear if government can remain without Maduro, opposition also dividedSpain is home to the largest Venezuelan migrant population outside Latin America and the U.S. MADRID, Jan 3 (Reuters) - In Madrid, Venezu...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
India advises to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela
Jan 3 (Reuters) - The Indian Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday that Indian nationals are strongly advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela.All Indians who are in Venezuela are advised to "exercise extreme caution, restrict their movements, and remain in contact with Emb...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Disbelief as fire exploded inside Swiss bar: 'We thought it was a joke'
Fire likely ignited by sparklers attached to champagne bottles, prosecutor saysAt least 40 killed, 119 injured, some still fighting for their livesVideo verified by Reuters shows young man trying to beat back flames with shirtWitnesses describe chaotic escape through narrow exitBy Emma Farge and Noe...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Trump says US will continue role in Venezuela until 'safe' transition
PALM BEACH, Florida, Jan 3 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Saturday the United States would continue to oversee its involvement in Venezuela “until such time as we can do a safe, proper and judicious transition,” signaling an open-ended U.S. role.Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Trump says Maduro and his wife face US justice; air, land and sea used in operation
PALM BEACH, Florida, Jan 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were seized in an overnight operation on Saturday and would face American justice, calling it one of the most successful military operations in U.S. history."This was one of t...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Mock house, CIA source and Special Forces: The US operation to capture Maduro
By Idrees Ali, Erin Banco, Steve Holland and Phil StewartWASHINGTON, Jan 3 (Reuters) - At 4:21 on Saturday morning, U.S. President Donald Trump sent a message on his Truth Social platform: the United States had carried out a daring mission to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife....Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Germany urges political solution for Venezuela crisis
FRANKFURT, Jan 3 (Reuters) - Germany's foreign ministry on Saturday called for a political solution in Venezuela where the United States attacked and captured leader Nicolas Maduro."We call on all involved parties to avoid an escalation of the situation and to seek ways for a political settl...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
QUOTES-World reacts to US strikes on Venezuela
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Following are reactions to Saturday's U.S. strikes on Venezuela. CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY"China is deeply shocked and strongly condemns the use of force by the U.S. against a sovereign country and the use of force against the president of a country," a ministry statemen...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Condemnation and applause in Latin America after US seizes Venezuela's Maduro
Latin American leaders split on US action against MaduroUN Security Council meeting requested by Colombia's President PetroMaduro's capture seen as pivotal in US-Latin America relationsBy Alexander Villegas and Oliver Griffin SANTIAGO/SAO PAULO, Jan 3 (Reuters) - Latin American leaders we...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
QUOTES-World reacts to US strikes on Venezuela
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Following are reactions to Saturday's U.S. strikes on Venezuela. CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY"China is deeply shocked and strongly condemns the use of force by the U.S. against a sovereign country and the use of force against the president of a country," a ministry statemen...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
QUOTES-World reacts to US strikes on Venezuela
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Following are reactions to Saturday's U.S. strikes on Venezuela. CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY"China is deeply shocked and strongly condemns the use of force by the U.S. against a sovereign country and the use of force against the president of a country," a ministry statemen...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Israel welcomes removal of Venezuela's Maduro by US
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Israel welcomed the removal of Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro, its foreign minister said on Saturday, after he was captured and deposed by the United States."Israel welcomes the removal of the dictator who led a network of drugs and terror and hopes for the return of democr...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Venezuela's Maduro removed after refusing to negotiate, Gonzalez should assume presidency-opposition's Machado
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro was removed from power after refusing a negotiated exit, opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said in a statement posted to X on Saturday morning. Her opposition colleague Edmundo Gonzalez, who the opposition, the U.S. and international observer...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Venezuela diaspora celebrates Maduro's deposition, wonders what's next
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Venezuelan migrants around the world erupted in celebration on Saturday following the U.S.-led deposition of President Nicolas Maduro, whose government prompted one of the largest migration crises in recent history.Chants celebrating Maduro's capture were heard in the streets o...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
Russia urges US to release Venezuela's Maduro
MOSCOW, Jan 3 (Reuters) - Russia urged the United States to release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, in a statement issued by the Russian foreign ministry on Saturday."In light of confirmed reports that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife are in the United States, w...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
QUOTES-World reacts to US strikes on Venezuela
Jan 3 (Reuters) - Following are reactions to Saturday's U.S. strikes on Venezuela. CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY"China is deeply shocked and strongly condemns the use of force by the U.S. against a sovereign country and the use of force against the president of a country," a ministry statemen...Reuters
Sat, Jan 3
