United Nations, Sep 5 (EFE).- The UN Security Council today discussed for the first time the situation in Venezuela following the controversial elections of July 28, but the session was merely informative and no resolution is in sight at this time.
The closed-door session was requested by Ecuador, the only Latin American member of the Council, and consisted of the reading of a report by the General Secretariat and a subsequent debate among the members in which some differences came to light, as later acknowledged by the Ecuadorian ambassador, José Javier De la Gasca.
De la Gasca said that he brought the case of Venezuela to the Council so that it “fulfills its role of conflict prevention,” after the controversy over the legitimacy of the elections resulted in “the repression of the Venezuelan people who demand that their will expressed at the polls be respected,” and recalled in this regard the arrest warrants against Edmundo González and other opposition leaders.
According to some sources, Russia and China today defended the legitimacy of Nicolás Maduro‘s re-election – both countries have already congratulated him on his victory – in contrast to the attitude of other members.
“They have their positions,” said De la Gasca, “but we are concerned about regional stability,” he said, after acknowledging these “natural divisions” between the members.
On the possibility of holding an open debate on the situation in Venezuela and that the case might even merit a resolution by the Council, the ambassador did not confirm this, but he did insist that “it is necessary for the Council to follow the evolution of the situation in Venezuela given the implications for regional stability and internal peace.”
On August 22, the Supreme Court endorsed the result of the National Electoral Council (CNE) that declared President Nicolás Maduro the winner, a victory that the opposition led by González Urrutia and María Corina Machado refuse to recognize and multiple Latin American countries have also questioned.
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2024-09-07 08:35:23
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The United Nations’ Involvement in the Venezuela Crisis
The United Nations Security Council has been actively discussing the ongoing crisis in Venezuela, with the country’s situation being brought to the Council’s attention on multiple occasions. The crisis, triggered by the controversial elections in July, has led to repression of the Venezuelan people and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
Initial Discussions
The initial discussion on the Venezuelan crisis took place on September 5, when the UN Security Council held a closed-door session to discuss the situation. The session was requested by Ecuador, the only Latin American member of the Council, and consisted of a report by the General Secretariat and a debate among the members [[1]]. The Ecuadorian ambassador, José Javier De la Gasca, stated that he brought the case to the Council to fulfill its role of conflict prevention, following the controversy over the legitimacy of the elections and the subsequent repression of the Venezuelan people.
Divergent Views among Council Members
During the debate, differences emerged among the Council members. Russia and China defended the legitimacy of Nicolás Maduro’s re-election, while other members had contrasting views [[4]]. Despite these differences, the Ecuadorian ambassador emphasized the need for the Council to follow the situation closely, citing concerns about regional stability.
Future Actions
While no resolution is in sight at present, the possibility of holding an open debate on the situation in Venezuela and the potential for a resolution by the Council remains. The Ecuadorian ambassador did not confirm this, but reiterated the importance of the Council following the situation closely [[4]].
Ongoing Efforts
The UN Security Council has continued to engage with the Venezuela crisis, with private meetings and informal discussions taking place to address the humanitarian situation in the country [[2]][[3]]. These efforts demonstrate the international community’s commitment to finding a solution to the crisis and promoting stability in the region.
The Importance of Venezuelan-led Solutions
In the midst of these international efforts, the UN Security Council has emphasized the need for Venezuelan-led solutions to the crisis. As stated in a recent meeting, “only Venezuelans can resolve Venezuela’s deepening crisis” and that negotiations remain the only way to overcome the ongoing political and humanitarian crisis [[1]].
Conclusion
The United Nations Security Council’s involvement in the Venezuela crisis is a crucial step towards finding a solution to the ongoing humanitarian and political crisis. While differences among Council members exist, the commitment to promoting regional stability and preventing conflict is a shared goal. As the situation continues to evolve, it is essential for the international community to support Venezuelan-led initiatives and foster a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
The United Nations’ Involvement in the Venezuela Crisis
The United Nations Security Council has been actively discussing the ongoing crisis in Venezuela, with the country’s situation being brought to the Council’s attention on multiple occasions. The crisis, triggered by the controversial elections in July, has led to repression of the Venezuelan people and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
Initial Discussions
The initial discussion on the Venezuelan crisis took place on September 5, when the UN Security Council held a closed-door session to discuss the situation. The session was requested by Ecuador, the only Latin American member of the Council, and consisted of a report by the General Secretariat and a debate among the members [[1]]. The Ecuadorian ambassador, José Javier De la Gasca, stated that he brought the case to the Council to fulfill its role of conflict prevention, following the controversy over the legitimacy of the elections and the subsequent repression of the Venezuelan people.
Divergent Views among Council Members
During the debate, differences emerged among the Council members. Russia and China defended the legitimacy of Nicolás Maduro’s re-election, while other members had contrasting views [[4]]. Despite these differences, the Ecuadorian ambassador emphasized the need for the Council to follow the situation closely, citing concerns about regional stability.
Future Actions
While no resolution is in sight at present, the possibility of holding an open debate on the situation in Venezuela and the potential for a resolution by the Council remains. The Ecuadorian ambassador did not confirm this, but reiterated the importance of the Council following the situation closely [[4]].
Ongoing Efforts
The UN Security Council has continued to engage with the Venezuela crisis, with private meetings and informal discussions taking place to address the humanitarian situation in the country [[2]][[3]]. These efforts demonstrate the international community’s commitment to finding a solution to the crisis and promoting stability in the region.
The Importance of Venezuelan-led Solutions
In the midst of these international efforts, the UN Security Council has emphasized the need for Venezuelan-led solutions to the crisis. As stated in a recent meeting, “only Venezuelans can resolve Venezuela’s deepening crisis” and that negotiations remain the only way to overcome the ongoing political and humanitarian crisis [[1]].
Conclusion
The United Nations Security Council’s involvement in the Venezuela crisis is a crucial step towards finding a solution to the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The international community must continue to support Venezuelan-led solutions and promote stability in the region. As the situation in Venezuela continues to evolve
