The Akbayan Party-list has issued a forceful condemnation of a recent military offensive launched by the United States against Venezuela. The group describes the action, which reportedly included the removal of the country's top leader, as a unilateral assault that tramples on fundamental international principles.
A Direct Assault on Sovereignty and Law
In a statement released on January 4, 2026, Akbayan denounced the Trump administration's move in the strongest possible terms. They characterize the military attack as a direct assault on Venezuela's sovereignty and the right of its people to self-determination. The party-list asserts that this act represents a clear breach of the United Nations Charter and established international law.
The condemnation intensifies in response to claims made by former US President Donald Trump. Akbayan highlights his declaration that his regime intends to "run" Venezuela and take control of its vast oil reserves. The political group interprets these pronouncements as nothing short of a full-scale invasion and plunder of a sovereign nation's resources.
Rejecting the Justification for War
The statement directly challenges the justification provided for the aggression. Trump's framing of the military action as an act of self-defense and a push for democratic regime change is firmly rejected. Akbayan argues that the attack does the opposite of promoting democracy or accountability.
Instead, they warn it deepens regional instability and encourages a dangerous culture of impunity. The action is seen as emboldening powerful states to bypass multilateral institutions and invade weaker countries at will. Akbayan cautions that this move could usher in a new world order where brute force, not international law, settles geopolitical disputes.
Solidarity with the Venezuelan People
Akbayan clarifies that its stance is not a defense of the administration of Nicolás Maduro. The party-list acknowledges the serious allegations of corruption, authoritarianism, economic crisis, and human rights abuses linked to his government. They state these concerns are valid.
However, the core of their position is that the path to change in Venezuela must be determined by the Venezuelan people themselves. They insist it is not the role of the United States or any external power to dictate another nation's future. True democratic solidarity, they argue, means supporting oppressed peoples in their own struggle for justice and freedom, not imposing change through military might.
As a result, Akbayan stands firmly with the people of Venezuela in their fight for justice, freedom, human rights, sovereignty, and democracy. They call on the Trump regime to abandon all plans to illegally administer Venezuela, cease hostile actions, and withdraw all military forces and assets from the country and the wider region.
Finally, the statement makes a direct appeal to the American working people, urging them to oppose Trump's actions. They remind the public that Trump once promised to end wars, and this attack represents a betrayal of that pledge. Akbayan encourages Americans to join the global community in condemning the attack and sending a clear message that democracy cannot be imposed by force; it must be built by the people.
