In a statement, the organization emphasized that these fundamental principles of the international body guarantee sovereignty, the equality of states, and the prohibition of the use of force.

It denounced the action as an attempt to forcibly subdue Venezuela’s political independence and seize its natural resources, particularly oil and minerals, which threatens the self-determination of a people who have defended their freedom for more than two centuries.

Latin American history, the statement continued, reminds us that this South American nation, since its struggles for independence, confronted and resisted colonial attempts and external aggression.

Today, once again, it rises with the strength of its liberators to defend its sovereignty and the right to decide its own destiny, the international organization emphasized.

The organizationvexpressed his full solidarity with the Venezuelan people and their legitimate government, who, united by popular and military forces, are working to preserve peace and national independence.

jdt/arm/arc/znc