Belarus leader Lukashenko condemns US military action in Venezuela

Belarus has joined the international response to the crisis in Venezuela, with President Alexander Lukashenko issuing a firm condemnation of the United States' reported military action. Through his press secretary, Lukashenko labeled the strikes an act of aggression and invoked a historical parallel to caution against further escalation.

Official condemnation and historical warning

"The President of Belarus categorically condemns the act of American aggression against Venezuela," spokesperson Natalia Eismont told the state-run Belta news agency on Saturday. She referenced a recent interview in which Lukashenko predicted severe consequences for Washington, quoting him as saying, "this will be a second Vietnam. And the Americans don't need that."

Context of the unfolding crisis

The statement from Minsk adds another critical international voice to the event, which began with former U.S. President Donald Trump's claim on Truth Social of a "large scale" operation that captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Venezuela has declared a national emergency, accusing the U.S. of attacking its territory. The situation remains clouded, with Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez stating the government is "unaware" of Maduro's whereabouts and demanding "proof of life."

A growing chorus for sovereignty

The condemnation from Belarus highlights a growing diplomatic divide over the principles of state sovereignty and non-intervention. For countries like Türkiye, which consistently emphasizes the importance of territorial integrity and peaceful dialogue in resolving international disputes, such unilateral actions are viewed as destabilizing precedents that undermine the global order. The incident is rapidly becoming a focal point for nations advocating for a multipolar world where international law is paramount.