Venezuela (The COW News Digital)Venezuela has announced a seven-day period of national mourning following a US military action that has sharply escalated tensions in the region. The decision was confirmed by interim President Delcy Rodríguez, who said the mourning period would honor military and security personnel killed in the recent strike.
In a statement broadcast on state television on Tuesday, Rodríguez described the incident as an “unprovoked act of aggression” against a sovereign and peaceful nation. She said the country would lower flags nationwide and suspend official celebrations during the mourning period to pay tribute to those who lost their lives while defending Venezuela.
Rodríguez emphasized that Venezuela was not at war and had no intention of pursuing conflict. “We are a peaceful people,” she said, adding that the country had become a victim of foreign intervention. She accused Washington of destabilizing the region and undermining international norms through military force.
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The exact number of casualties from the US action has not been officially confirmed. However, Venezuela’s Attorney General stated that “dozens” of people were killed in the attack, including members of the armed forces and security agencies. Emergency services remain on high alert, while investigations into the incident are ongoing.
The crisis has taken on an international dimension after Cuba claimed that 32 of its military and police personnel were also killed during the US operation. Cuban authorities strongly condemned the strike and announced two days of national mourning in solidarity with Venezuela, further heightening diplomatic tensions between Havana and Washington.
During her address, Rodríguez also referred to the presence of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in the United States, where they are facing legal proceedings in New York on charges related to narcotics and weapons trafficking. She said both had pleaded not guilty and described the cases as politically motivated.
The developments have deepened political uncertainty within Venezuela, where public anxiety is growing amid fears of further escalation. Analysts warn that the situation could have lasting consequences for regional stability and international relations, particularly in Latin America.
As diplomatic reactions continue to unfold, calls are increasing for restraint and dialogue to prevent further violence. For now, Venezuela remains on edge, observing a week of mourning while the world watches closely how the crisis will evolve.
