At a Glance
- 27 heads of state and government will meet in Paris Tuesday for Ukraine security talks
- Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty in U.S. court
- President Trump says no Venezuelan elections in next 30 days
- Why it matters: The Paris summit could reshape Ukraine’s post-war security as global leaders react to the U.S. capture of Maduro
The unprecedented Paris gathering convenes as the U.S. projects longer-term engagement in Venezuela following Maduro’s capture, while the UN Security Council debates the raid’s legal implications.
The Paris Security Summit
35 participants will attend Tuesday’s Ukraine allies meeting, including 27 heads of state and government. The talks aim to determine Ukraine’s security arrangements after any potential ceasefire with Russia.
The scale of attendance signals the summit’s importance for charting Ukraine’s future security framework.
Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture
President Trump told NBC News that Venezuela won’t hold new elections within 30 days, suggesting extended U.S. involvement. His comments came after American forces captured the disputed Venezuelan leader.
Nicolás Maduro made his first court appearance Monday, pleading not guilty to U.S. charges. The case marks a dramatic turn for the former Venezuelan president.
International Legal Concerns
The UN Security Council held an emergency session Monday over the U.S. operation. Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern:
> “Rules of international law have not been respected”
> “This raid could set a precedent for how future relations between states are conducted”
Key Takeaways
- Paris summit includes 27 world leaders discussing Ukraine’s security future
- Trump signals extended U.S. involvement in Venezuela post-Maduro
- UN chief warns the U.S. operation may violate international law
- Venezuela faces no immediate elections as Maduro faces U.S. charges
The simultaneous events underscore shifting global dynamics as allies gather to secure Ukraine’s future while grappling with the implications of Maduro’s capture.
