African Union expresses ‘grave concern’ over situation in Venezuela

The Union has called for “inclusive political dialogue” among the citizens of Latin American countries

The African Union (AU) has expressed “grave concern” over reports of US airstrikes on Caracas and the abduction and detention of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, according to a communique issued on Saturday.

The AU reaffirmed its commitment “to the fundamental principles of international law, including respect for the sovereignty of States...