Nigel Farage has accused Donald Trump of violating international law with the recent airstrikes on Venezuela, but he also suggested that it might have positive implications. President Trump claimed that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were apprehended and flown out of the country after significant pressure from the U.S., leading to explosions in parts of Caracas as military forces descended on the city.
As the leader of Reform UK and a self-proclaimed close associate of Mr. Trump, Farage acknowledged the illegality of the strikes while asserting that they could serve as a deterrent to potential aggression from Russia and China. In a statement on X, he expressed his hopes for a new beginning for the Venezuelan people without Maduro’s leadership.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed that the UK had no involvement in the U.S. operation in Venezuela and expressed a desire to clarify the situation with President Trump. The UK government is focused on safeguarding around 500 British nationals in Venezuela, with updated travel advice advising against all travel to the country.
The Foreign Office recommended that British nationals in Venezuela should stay in place but remain prepared to adjust plans rapidly if needed. Individuals are advised to review departure options, ensure the validity of travel documents, and develop a personal emergency plan that does not rely on UK government support.
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