Germany criticizes Trump’s foreign policy amid Venezuela’s political turmoil
German politicians have weighed in on both the Venezuela crisis and shifting U.S. foreign policy. Roderich Kiesewetter, a senior CDU/CSU lawmaker, criticised President Trump’s approach as a step away from global rules. Meanwhile, Jürgen Hardt urged careful handling of Venezuela’s political turmoil while expressing hope for change under a new leadership.
Kiesewetter, who chairs the Bundestag’s Foreign Affairs Committee, accused the U.S. of abandoning the rules-based international order. He warned that Washington was returning to a pre-1940 mindset, where power—not law—determines influence. His comments came as part of a broader call for Europe to become more self-reliant in defending legal principles.
On Venezuela, Hardt, a CDU foreign policy expert, stressed the need for Germany to proceed cautiously. He acknowledged that the potential end of Nicolás Maduro’s rule could send a hopeful signal to the Venezuelan people. But he also cautioned against hasty decisions in a volatile situation. Kiesewetter reinforced his stance by pushing for a stronger, more independent Europe. He argued that the continent must take greater responsibility for upholding and enforcing international law, especially as U.S. policy shifts away from multilateral agreements.
The remarks highlight growing concerns in Berlin over both U.S. foreign policy and Venezuela’s instability. Kiesewetter’s criticism of Trump underscores transatlantic tensions, while Hardt’s cautious optimism reflects Germany’s careful approach to the crisis. The debate signals a potential realignment in Europe’s role on the world stage.
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