The US has strongly reaffirmed its support for Guyana against Venezuelan aggression regarding a border dispute. US Ambassador Nicole Theriot expressed unwavering backing, highlighting recent events involving Venezuelan incursions. The US National Security Council is highly concerned and is advocating for peaceful resolutions.
The United States has reaffirmed its resolute support for Guyana in light of Venezuela’s ongoing aggression regarding the border dispute. During a press event, US Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot, emphasized that the US will not permit any threats to Guyana’s sovereignty from the Nicolás Maduro administration.
“Clearly, we support Guyana 100% against this aggression that is unacceptable, and we won’t allow Venezuela to threaten Guyana’s territory or sovereignty,” Theriot stated, underscoring the US commitment. She also highlighted that Washington was one of the first countries to address the recent incursion of a Venezuelan vessel into Guyanese waters.
The US reassured its continued support, with Theriot stating, “We will always stand shoulder to shoulder with Guyana in supporting you and defending you.” Concurrently, the US is monitoring Venezuela’s rising hostility closely.
On a recent occasion, US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby expressed concern regarding the situation while reiterating the need for a peaceful dispute resolution. “It’s concerning. We’re watching this very, very, very closely,” Kirby remarked, also advocating for respect for the 1899 arbitral decision and indicating a preference to avoid violence.
The United States remains actively engaged in supporting Guyana against Venezuelan threats, emphasizing its commitment to uphold Guyana’s sovereignty. US officials are closely monitoring the situation while advocating for peaceful resolutions to the ongoing border tensions.
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