By Muhammad Mamman
Germany has called on the United States to provide a clear explanation for the basis of its actions in Venezuela, marking a rare public challenge to Washington’s approach to the crisis in the South American nation.
In a statement released on Monday, Berlin said the US must “clarify what its activities in Venezuela are based on,” signalling growing European unease over escalating tensions between Washington and Caracas.
German officials did not specify which actions they were referring to, but the statement comes amid renewed diplomatic pressure, sanctions, and political posturing by the US government over Venezuela’s internal political situation.
Berlin stressed that any foreign engagement in Venezuela must comply with international law and avoid fuelling instability in a region already grappling with economic hardship and political division.
“We expect full transparency regarding the legal and political foundations of these measures,” the German Foreign Ministry said, urging dialogue and restraint from all sides.
Germany’s remarks add to wider European concerns about external interference in Venezuela, where political deadlock, economic decline and humanitarian strain continue to draw global attention.
Washington has not yet issued a formal response to Germany’s demand.
