Trump, International Law, and the Law of the Jungle: The Case of Venezuela

The American military operation in Venezuela, with the abduction of Nicolás Maduro, sparks discussions about international law and American power. Donald Trump described the operation as unique since World War II.

The operation was carried out without UN authorization and ignoring the American Congress. It marks a show of force and a return to direct military interventions in Latin America, according to the new US National Security Strategy.

The US appears to disregard international law, challenge the influence of China and Russia in the region, and send a message to Europe regarding the limits of alliances. Trump declared that the US will govern Venezuela until the transition to a new government.

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