US action in Venezuela not legal, senior Labour MP says
Summary
A senior member of the UK's Labour Party has criticized recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela, calling them illegal under international law. The UK government has not yet taken a position, waiting for the U.S. to provide the legal basis for its actions. Some UK political figures and parties are urging the UK to condemn the U.S. actions.Key Facts
- The U.S. military conducted strikes in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
- Dame Emily Thornberry, a senior Labour MP, stated the actions violated international law.
- The UK government has not decided if the U.S. actions were illegal, pending more information from the U.S.
- Several UK opposition parties, like the Liberal Democrats and the Greens, have criticized the U.S. strikes.
- The UN Security Council plans to meet to discuss the situation.
- UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is waiting for more facts before commenting on the legality of the strikes.
- The UK government says it will talk with U.S. officials and allies before making a decision.
- Home Office Minister Mike Tapp labeled Maduro as a dictator and claimed Venezuela is safer without him in power.
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