The Left Party has broken ranks with other parliamentary groups in Germany, issuing a sharp condemnation of the recent U.S. action against Venezuela. Vinzenz Glaser, the party’s spokesperson for foreign policy, characterized the event as a flagrant violation of international law and a manifestation of post-colonial power dynamics predicated on military dominance and targeting the valuable resources of sovereign nations.
Glaser’s statement, released Saturday morning, argued that the use of military force against a sovereign state, particularly within a densely populated capital, is inherently unjustifiable. He emphasized the inevitable impact on civilian populations, the undermining of international legal frameworks and the exacerbation of global power imbalances. The Left Party is calling on the German government to unequivocally denounce all forms of unilateral military intervention, to actively advocate for an international inquiry into the incident and to prioritize de-escalation, dialogue and the respect for Venezuelan sovereignty.
Notably, the German government has remained conspicuously silent on the matter. As of midday, neither Chancellor Scholz nor the Foreign Ministry had issued an official response, raising questions about Berlin’s cautious approach to a rapidly evolving geopolitical situation. This delayed reaction has drawn criticism internally, particularly given Germany’s purported commitment to upholding international law and fostering peaceful resolutions to international conflicts. While often positioned as a voice for multilateralism, the government’s restraint raises concerns about potential pressure from the United States and the complexities of navigating a delicate relationship while publicly addressing a controversial military intervention. Critics suggest the silence risks tacitly endorsing actions that directly challenge the principles of state sovereignty and non-interference.