General Discussion

"The reaction across Latin America has been deeply divided, largely split along ideological lines. While some leaders see the U.S. intervention as a flagrant violation of sovereignty, others have celebrated it as a necessary end to a "dictatorship."
​Here is how the major players in the region have responded:
​The Critics (Condemnation of U.S. Actions)
​The most vocal opposition comes from left-leaning governments who view the military strikes and the capture of Maduro as a dangerous precedent.
​Brazil: President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that the U.S. actions "crossed an unacceptable line," comparing the intervention to the "darkest moments" of U.S. interference in Latin American history.
​Colombia: President Gustavo Petro rejected the "aggression against the sovereignty of Venezuela" and mobilized Colombian armed forces to the border, primarily to manage a potential humanitarian crisis and a "massive influx" of refugees.
​Chile: President Gabriel Boric condemned the use of force, emphasizing that the crisis should be resolved through civil dialogue and international law, not foreign military intervention.
​Cuba: President Miguel Díaz-Canel labeled the operation "state terrorism" and a "criminal attack," calling for an urgent international response.
​The Supporters (Welcoming the Intervention)
​In contrast, several right-leaning leaders have openly supported the move, focusing on the removal of Maduro rather than the legality of the U.S. action.
​Argentina: President Javier Milei was one of the first to celebrate, posting "Liberty advances!" on social media and stating that Argentina is ready to support a transition to a "free and democratic" Venezuela.
​Ecuador: President Daniel Noboa supported the move, suggesting that the "time was coming" for those he labeled as "narco-Chávista criminals" to face justice.

​Summary of Regional Stances
Country/Group Primary Stance Key Concern
Argentina / Ecuador Supportive Ending regional crime and migration at its source.
Brazil / Chile Critical Violation of international law and regional peace.
Colombia Anxious/Neutral Humanitarian crisis and border stability.
Mexico Opposed Rejection of foreign military intervention.
Exiled Venezuelans Relieved "