Leaders from Latin America and Iran recently convened to support the Iranian regime following a U.S. military strike targeting three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.
The socialist government of Venezuela swiftly condemned the U.S. actions, particularly after facing struggles within its own borders. In an official response, officials accused the U.S. of executing “an illegal and highly dangerous offensive against Iran, which significantly violates the UN Charter and international law.”
“Bombing nuclear sites poses severe risks to both human lives and the surrounding environment. This act is an irresponsible escalation that could disrupt global stability and is a direct threat to international peace,” the official statement noted.
Venezuela reaffirmed its solidarity with Iran and its commitment to peace, stressing that international law should guide interactions among nations.
On Sunday, Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro took to Facebook to condemn the U.S. actions, accompanied by AI-generated images of protests bearing the slogan “Not in War.”
He expressed strong disapproval of what he termed “vulgar attacks” from the U.S., asserting that these acts violate international law and jeopardize global peace.
Continuing his remarks, he emphasized the global desire for peace, advocating for a world built on respect and dialogue, while standing firmly with the Iranian people in their quest for sovereignty and peace.
Cuba’s government issued a letter similarly denouncing the U.S. actions, suggesting that Israel had incited these bombings of Iranian nuclear facilities. They argued that this reckless behavior jeopardizes local attempts at peace and threatens humanity.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz Canel reiterated through social media that the U.S. military actions breach both international law and the UN Charter, warning of potential irreversible consequences for humanity.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parila criticized the U.S. approach, describing it as “imperialistic” and emphasizing its links to terrorism and global instability.
The Cuban Communist Party, pledging to support Iran amid its challenging circumstances, encouraged a coalition of leftist and progressive groups to denounce “illegal acts committed by the U.S.” They described U.S. policies as dangerously expansionist.
The Brazilian government also condemned both Israel and the U.S., warning about the risks of military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and their potential to cause large environmental disasters. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s official statement highlighted Brazil’s opposition to any form of nuclear proliferation.
Though Brazil criticized Iran’s actions, calling for restraint in military responses, their stance was more muted than that of other regional leaders.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro questioned the legality of the U.S. bombings, pointing out that there had been no UN Security Council approval or congressional authorization. He expressed skepticism about claims regarding Iran’s motives for its nuclear program.
People in the region are voicing their concerns about the potential fallout from the ongoing tensions between these nations.
Bolivia’s President Luis Arce also condemned the U.S. strikes, citing violations of international law and the principles set forth in the UN Charter.
Chile’s President Gabriel Boric criticized the U.S. bombings as a significant threat to regional and international security, reinforcing that international humanitarian laws should guide military actions globally.
“We stand for peace and respect for international law, regardless of who is exerting power,” he concluded.
