Left Party Alarms Over U.S. Military Threat in Venezuela

Germany’s Left Party Warns of Imminent U.S. Military Strike on Venezuela

Germany’s Left Party has raised alarms over a possible U.S. military intervention in Venezuela. Leaders within the party claim an attack could be imminent and have urged the German government to take action. Their warnings come amid broader concerns about arms exports and U.S. foreign policy in the region.

Sören Pellmann, the parliamentary group leader of the Left Party, described a military strike against Venezuela as an 'imminent' threat. He accused the U.S. of escalating tensions rather than pursuing diplomatic solutions. The party’s co-chair, Jan van Aken, added that Washington aims to reshape Latin America to fit its own strategic and economic interests.

The Left Party has specifically pointed to Venezuela’s vast oil reserves as a key factor behind U.S. involvement. They argue that control over these resources is driving American policy in the region. Their criticism follows reports that Germany exported arms to the U.S. in 2022, making it the fourth-largest recipient of German military equipment. Former U.S. President Donald Trump had previously rejected UN-mediated talks with Venezuela. Instead, his administration intensified pressure through sanctions, military deployments, and a blockade on oil tankers linked to the Maduro government. The Left Party now demands that Germany impose an arms embargo on the U.S. and publicly condemn its actions. They are also calling for renewed support for UN-led negotiations as an alternative to confrontation.

The Left Party’s warnings highlight growing tensions between Germany’s political factions over arms exports and foreign policy. Their push for an embargo and diplomatic intervention reflects broader debates about Germany’s role in international conflicts. The outcome of these demands could influence both bilateral relations and the situation in Venezuela.