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African nations condemn 'clear violation of UN Charter' by US in Venezuela

Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traore, here pictured with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in May 2025, still hasn't reacted to his capture by the US, unlinke most African leaders. AFP - MARCELO GARCIA

African nations and institutions have strongly reacted to the capture of Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro by the United States at the weekend, calling for respect of international law and sovereignty.

The African Union said in a statement it would be "following with grave concern the recent developments in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, including reports of the abduction of the President of the Republic, Nicolas Maduro, and military attacks on Venezuelan institutions."

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