Cyprus calls for de-escalation in Venezuela

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Saturday said Cyprus’ position is in favour of “de-escalation, restraint and a resolution that respects international law” in Venezuela after United States forces carried out airstrikes across the country and captured its President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.

“We are closely monitoring the developments in Venezuela, in coordination with the EU and other partners. I remain in close contact with the EU high representative for foreign policy Kaja Kallas,” he said.