Starmer Highlights Importance of International Law After Trump’s Venezuela Comments
# Keir Starmer Responds Following Trump’s Comments on Venezuela
## Leader of the Opposition addresses remarks about potential US actions toward Venezuela
Keir Starmer, the Leader of the Labour Party, has spoken out regarding Donald Trump's assertion that the United States would effectively "run" Venezuela following the end of Nicolás Maduro's regime. Starmer highlighted his unwavering stance on upholding international law while addressing the complexities surrounding the situation in Venezuela.
Starmer remarked that, while he believed in adhering to international law, the current rapid developments warranted a careful understanding of the facts before proceeding further. His comments come amid intense scrutiny from opposition figures, notably the Liberal Democrats and the Green Party, who have pressed him to take a firmer position against the potential US military involvement in the geopolitical crisis.
Amid this discourse, Starmer mentioned he would not "shed any tears" over the potential end of Maduro's dictatorial rule, affording insight into his view on the matter. Nevertheless, he emphasized the importance of fact-finding in these critical circumstances.