Ghana Condemns U.S. Invasion of Venezuela and Demands Release of President Maduro
Ghana Condemns U.S. Invasion of Venezuela – The Government of Ghana is sounding a global alarm over a dramatic escalation in South America.
It has issued a forceful condemnation of the unilateral military invasion of Venezuela by the United States and the reported abduction of that nation’s leaders.
A Flagrant Violation of International Law
In an official press release dated January 4, 2026, Ghana strongly deplores the actions, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, January 3.
Specifically, the West African nation states these acts blatantly violate the United Nations Charter and established international law. The government emphasizes that this use of force constitutes a direct breach of Venezuela’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence.
Following the Crisis with Grave Concern
Furthermore, Ghana confirms it is monitoring the escalating situation with grave concern. Officials highlight the dangerous, far-reaching implications of the invasion.
In particular, they note that assaults on international law, foreign occupation, and external control of another nation’s resources pose a severe threat to global stability.
Echoes of a Colonial Era
The statement also targets recent pronouncements from U.S. President Donald Trump. For instance, Ghana cites his declaration that America will “run” Venezuela and direct large oil companies to “go in.”
In response, the Ghanaian government draws a stark comparison, likening these policies to those from the colonial and imperialist era.
Ultimately, the press release warns that such ambitions set a dangerous modern precedent, asserting that colonial thinking holds no place in today’s world order.
A Reaffirmation of Core Principles
Consequently, Ghana uses this moment to reaffirm its commitment to the principle of self-determination. The government holds the firm view that only the Venezuelan people should freely determine their own political future.
Therefore, it issues two clear and immediate demands: the de-escalation of the crisis and the prompt release of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
A Principled Stance for Global Stability
Ghana pledges to maintain its long-held, principled position against actions that undermine international law. This firm stance from Accra places Ghana among the first nations to formally and forcefully respond to the unprecedented crisis, as the world watches developments in Venezuela closely.
