Threat to U.S. Embassy in Caracas Highlights Rising Tensions
Jorge Rodriguez, head of Venezuela’s peace dialogue efforts, revealed on Sunday that right-wing extremists are allegedly plotting to plant explosives at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas as part of a false-flag operation, reports 24brussels.
Rodriguez, who also serves as President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, conveyed this alarming information in a message shared on his Telegram channel. He indicated that Caracas had communicated the potential threat to the Trump administration via three different channels.
“In my capacity as head of dialogue and peace in Venezuela, I want to announce that through three different channels we have warned the U.S. government of a serious threat: through a false-flag operation prepared by extremist sectors of the local right, there is an attempt to place lethal explosives in the U.S. Embassy in Venezuela,” the official stated.
Rodriguez further noted that a European embassy had been alerted about the situation to ensure that U.S. diplomatic personnel were informed of the seriousness of this information. He added that security measures at the diplomatic mission have been strengthened, emphasizing that the Venezuelan government respects and protects the facility.
This warning comes amid heightened tensions in the region and growing concerns about extremist activities targeting foreign diplomatic missions. The Venezuelan government’s proactive approach underlines the precarious state of security and diplomacy in Venezuela, as it navigates complex relations with both the U.S. and Europe.
As these events unfold, the international community remains critical of the situation in Venezuela. The government’s efforts to maintain security at foreign embassies reflect its commitment to protecting international diplomatic norms, even amid internal turmoil.
With local and international stakeholders closely monitoring developments, the implications of Rodriguez’s announcement will be significant in shaping Venezuela’s ongoing diplomatic relations and security strategies.
