By Nuh Mohamed - Reporter
Ethiopia, 4 January 2026 The African Union has expressed deep concern over recent developments in Venezuela related to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and attacks targeting official state institutions by the United States military.
In an official statement, the African Union (AU) reaffirmed its firm commitment to the fundamental principles of international law, particularly respect for state sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the right of peoples to self-determination, as enshrined in the United Nations Charter.
The statement emphasized the importance of dialogue and the peaceful settlement of disputes, stressing the need to respect constitutional and institutional frameworks in a spirit of good neighborliness, cooperation, and peaceful coexistence among states.
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The AU noted that the complex internal challenges facing Venezuela cannot be sustainably resolved except through an inclusive political dialogue involving all Venezuelans and led by a nationally owned process.
The Union also expressed full solidarity with the Venezuelan people, reiterating its commitment to supporting peace, stability, and mutual respect among nations and regions.
The AU called on all concerned parties to exercise restraint and responsibility, respect international law, and avoid any actions that could escalate tensions and threaten peace and stability at both regional and international levels.
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