US tells UN Security Council Maduro is not a head of state officially

US Reiterates Maduro’s Status at UN Security Council

The United States has reaffirmed its stance on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, stating that he is not a head of state. This assertion was made by US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz during a meeting at the UN Security Council.

According to Waltz, Maduro is referred to as an “illegitimate so-called president”. The US has previously described the situation in Venezuela as a law enforcement operation rather than a military one.

The Trump administration’s stance on the matter remains unchanged. Maduro’s government has faced significant opposition and criticism from various countries, including the United States.

Venezuela has been embroiled in political turmoil since 2013, when Maduro took office following the death of his predecessor, Hugo Chávez. The country’s current situation has been marked by widespread protests, economic instability, and human rights concerns.

The US has maintained a strong stance on Venezuela, with various administrations taking different approaches to address the crisis. The current administration’s position on Maduro remains unchanged, with the ambassador reiterating the country’s assertion that the Venezuelan leader is not a legitimate head of state.

Details of the meeting at the UN Security Council are not available.

Source: Al Jazeera