Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent military actions by the United States against Venezuela, highlighting the tensions between the two nations and the international reactions to these actions [1][2]. Summary by Sections U.S. Military Action - On October 3, U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper announced that U.S. forces struck a "drug trafficking vessel," resulting in the deaths of four individuals [1]. - The operation took place in international waters near the Venezuelan coast, following President Trump's order to target Venezuelan "drug trafficking vessels" to protect U.S. interests [2]. Venezuela's Response - Venezuela has been conducting military exercises in response to the U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, with President Maduro stating that the government is prepared to take extraordinary measures if national security is threatened [2]. International Condemnation - Cuba: The Cuban Foreign Ministry condemned the U.S. military threats against Venezuela, accusing the U.S. of fabricating excuses for military aggression and violating international law [4][5]. Cuba warned that direct military actions could lead to significant armed conflict in the region [5][6]. - Colombia: Colombian President Petro criticized the U.S. military action, stating that the individuals on the vessel were not drug traffickers but impoverished youths from the Caribbean [7][8]. He emphasized that the action violated legal principles and constituted murder [8]. - Bolivia: Bolivian President Arce denounced the U.S. hostile attitude towards Latin American countries and reiterated support for Venezuela, condemning U.S. military actions as violations of international law [10].
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证券时报·2025-10-04 01:07