[World Council of Churches] World Council of Churches general secretary the Rev. Jerry Pillay has strongly condemned recent attacks carried out by the United States in Venezuela, including the capture and detention of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, describing the actions as “stunningly flagrant violations of international law.”
In a statement, he warned that the attacks set a dangerous global precedent by normalizing the use of armed force to achieve political objectives.
He also appealed to the United Nations and the Organization of American States to take swift action to ensure all members respect the relevant charters and conventions.
Read his entire statement here.