Venezuelan VP Accuses Israel of Involvement in Maduro’s US Arrest
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez has made serious allegations regarding Israel’s involvement in the recent arrest of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. In her address to the National Defense Council on Saturday, Rodriguez expressed outrage, labeling the incident as a “shameful” attack with Zionist undertones.
Accusations of Regime Change
Rodriguez called for the immediate release of Maduro and Flores, asserting that their arrest was based on false pretenses aimed at enabling regime change. She claimed that external forces were attempting to seize Venezuela’s natural resources.
Maduro’s Position as President
Rodriguez disputed claims made by former US President Donald Trump, who suggested she had been sworn in as president. She reaffirmed that Maduro remains the legitimate leader of Venezuela. Furthermore, she announced that security forces had secured key government buildings throughout the country.
Tensions with the Jewish Community
Rodriguez’s remarks about Zionist meddling have raised concerns among Venezuela’s small Jewish community. Members both in Venezuela and abroad have reacted cautiously to the Vice President’s statements.
Historical Context of Tensions
This incident occurs amidst heightened friction between Venezuela and the United States. In November 2023, Maduro accused Zionist influences of trying to undermine his country. At a Bolivarian Integral Base Committee event, he stated, “The far-right Zionists want to hand this country over to the devils.”
Religious Undertones and Sovereignty
Maduro emphasized Venezuela’s identity as a Christian nation, questioning the motives behind alleged US aggression. He framed the conflict as a struggle for sovereignty, invoking religious imagery in his defense of the Venezuelan people.
Maduro’s Call for Unity
In his rhetoric, Maduro referred to Jesus Christ as “commander-in-chief of the battle for peace” in Venezuela. He urged national unity against perceived imperialist threats, further solidifying his narrative of oppression.
The ongoing political situation in Venezuela continues to evolve, with internal and external factors shaping its future. With allegations of foreign intervention and regime change at play, the implications for the country’s sovereignty remain a critical concern for its leadership and citizens alike.
