Global Outrage: 7 Nations Unite Against ‘Politically Motivated’ Arrest Warrant for Edmundo González
- A joint statement from Argentina, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Paraguay, Peru, Dominican Republic, and Uruguay has strongly rejected the arrest warrant issued by a Venezuelan court against Edmundo González...
- The seven countries "unequivocally and completely reject" the arrest warrant, citing it as an attempt to silence González and ignore the Venezuelan people's will.
- The countries expressed deep concern over the lack of separation of powers and judicial guarantees in Venezuela, where arbitrary detentions are common.
Regional Rejection of Arrest Warrant Against Edmundo González Urrutia
A joint statement from Argentina, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Paraguay, Peru, Dominican Republic, and Uruguay has strongly rejected the arrest warrant issued by a Venezuelan court against Edmundo González Urrutia, the opposition presidential candidate in the recent July 28, 2024, election.
The seven countries “unequivocally and completely reject” the arrest warrant, citing it as an attempt to silence González and ignore the Venezuelan people’s will. They view this move as a form of political persecution.
The countries expressed deep concern over the lack of separation of powers and judicial guarantees in Venezuela, where arbitrary detentions are common. They condemned these actions as dictatorial practices and vowed to continue demanding that the Venezuelan authorities respect González’s life, integrity, and freedom.
This collective stance reflects the region’s commitment to upholding democratic values and protecting human rights.