Venezuelan Government Revokes Brazil’s Custodianship of Argentine Diplomatic Missions Amidst Allegations of Terrorist Plotting
Venezuela’s government has terminated Brazil’s role as custodian of Argentina’s diplomatic missions within its borders, citing allegations that several anti-government activists, who have sought refuge in the Argentine ambassador’s residence, were conspiring to commit acts of terrorism from that location. In a statement released on Saturday, Venezuela’s foreign ministry informed Brazil of this immediate revocation, claiming it was necessitated by undisclosed evidence indicating that the individuals sheltering at the diplomatic mission were engaged in plotting against the Venezuelan state.
Among those involved is Magalli Meda, former campaign manager for opposition leader María Corina Machado, who sought asylum following an arrest warrant issued by Venezuela’s chief prosecutor in March, accusing her of inciting political unrest. In response to Brazil’s involvement in protecting these asylum seekers, President Nicolás Maduro has severed diplomatic ties with Argentine President Javier Milei’s administration, venturing to utilize Brazil’s services in representation instead.
In recent developments, the security measures surrounding the Argentine ambassador’s residence have heightened; armored vehicles from the SEBIN political police have been stationed nearby, and there are reports of electricity being cut off at the diplomatic site. Meda has voiced her concerns through social media regarding the potential for an imminent raid aimed at apprehending her and her fellow oppositional figures. No immediate comments have been issued by officials from either Argentina or Brazil regarding this situation. This escalating conflict underscores the ongoing struggle within Venezuela between government forces and opposition groups, as well as the complexities of international diplomatic relationships in this context.
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