Starmer cautious on legality of US action in Venezuela
Sir Keir Starmer has declined to say whether the United States’ military operation in Venezuela breached international law, stating that he is still awaiting full details of the action. Speaking on the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg programme on Saturday, the prime minister avoided condemning the US strikes, explaining that the situation was evolving and that key facts were still unclear. He stressed, however, that he has consistently supported the principles of international law and would not avoid addressing the issue once more information becomes available. Sir Keir confirmed that the United Kingdom played no role in the large-scale operation carried out by the United States, which resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. He also said he had not yet discussed the operation with US President Donald Trump. Later the same day, the prime minister posted on […]
