India Urges Peace in Venezuela Crisis After US Action
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) urged all involved to resolve differences through dialogue, not force.
New Delhi: India on Sunday described the rapidly unfolding situation in Venezuela as a "matter of deep concern" and appealed for a peaceful way out of rising tensions between the US and Venezuela. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) urged all involved to resolve differences through dialogue, not force.
"Recent developments in Venezuela are a matter of deep concern. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation," the statement read.
Press Release on recent developments in Venezuela ⬇️
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) January 4, 2026
🔗 https://t.co/PrU0nIRLiQ pic.twitter.com/jVBI5TcGMV
In an official statement, the MEA said it is watching the events closely and stressed the importance of calm and stability in the region. The statement also reaffirmed India’s support for the safety and well-being of the Venezuelan people.
“India reaffirms its support to the well-being and safety of the people of Venezuela. We call upon all concerned to address issues peacefully through dialogue, ensuring peace and stability of the region. The Embassy of India in Caracas is in contact with members of the Indian community and will continue to provide all possible assistance."
Why Is India Speaking Out Now?
Tensions peaked after the US launched military strikes in Venezuela on Saturday and captured President Nicolas Maduro, a dramatic move that has drawn global attention and strong reactions around the world.
What About Indian Citizens There?
The MEA also said the Indian Embassy in Caracas has been in contact with Indian nationals in Venezuela and will continue to assist them. In a security advisory, the government urged Indians to avoid non-essential travel to the country for now.
All are advised to stay vigilant, limit movement, and keep close contact with embassy officials.
“In view of recent developments in Venezuela, Indian nationals are strongly advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela. All Indians who are in Venezuela for any reason are advised to exercise extreme caution, restrict their movements and remain in contact,” the statement read.
Advisory for Venezuela ⬇️
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) January 3, 2026
🔗 https://t.co/vz4hBkOhVx pic.twitter.com/hzJsL3WQBL
What is the background to the Venezuela operation?
The controversy follows a sudden US military operation in Venezuela on Saturday that reportedly led to the detention of President Nicolas Maduro under “Operation Absolute Resolve.”
Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured overnight from their residence inside a military base in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela and have been brought to New York
What Trump said after the attack?
Addressing the media after the operation, Trump said that Washington will rule Venezuela “until such time as we can do a safe, proper and judicious transition.”
"We're going to run the country until such time as we can do a safe, proper, and judicious transition. We want peace, justice and liberty for the great people of Venezuela. We can't take a chance if somebody else takes over Venezuela, doesn't have the good of Venezuelan people in mind. We're not going to let that happen," Trump said at a press conference from his Florida mansion on Saturday.
