Indonesia Calls for De-escalation and Dialogue Following US Strikes on Venezuela

Jakarta: Indonesia on Saturday called for de-escalation and dialogue following US strikes against Venezuela, and stressed the importance of international law and principles. Jakarta continues to closely monitor developments in Venezuela to ensure the safety of its citizens, a statement by Indonesia's Foreign Ministry said on US social media company X. According to Anadolu Agency, Indonesia also urged all relevant parties to prioritize a peaceful resolution through dialogue while emphasizing the protection of civilians. The statement highlighted the importance of respecting international law and the principles of the UN Charter. Meanwhile, the Malaysian Foreign Ministry expressed its opposition to foreign intervention, emphasizing that Malaysia is closely observing the situation in Venezuela. The statement reiterated Malaysia's stance against the use of force in the internal affairs of other states. Venezuela's government accused the US of attacking civilian and military installations across multiple states . US President Donald Trump, on his social media platform Truth Social, confirmed a "large-scale" strike and announced that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife had been captured and flown out of the country. This development followed months of tension over US accusations against Maduro involving drug trafficking, which he denied. In response to the escalating situation, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung instructed officials to ensure the protection of South Korean nationals and prepare evacuation plans if necessary, as reported by Yonhap News. China also issued advisories urging its citizens to avoid travel to Venezuela and take safety precautions, according to Global Times. The Philippines advised its citizens to remain vigilant and stay indoors, as reported by the Philippine News Agency. Similarly, Japan has established a local response headquarters at its embassy in Venezuela to gather information and ensure the safety of Japanese nationals. India also advised its citizens to avoid non-e ssential travel to Venezuela due to the recent developments, joining the chorus of nations expressing concern over the unfolding situation.