The relationship between Venezuela and Argentina has taken another turn amid new exchanges of accusations between officials from both nations. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro labeled his Argentine counterpart a “malparido nazi fascista,” which prompted a strong reaction from the Argentine government. They accused Maduro of being a “dictator” and an “imbecile.”
In a press conference, presidential spokesperson Manuel Adorni remarked, “Whatever Maduro, a dictator and an imbecile, may say are just words from a tyrant. Our concern lies with the Venezuelan people, as there is no democracy in Venezuela, especially with the upcoming elections looming.”
Adorni criticized Maduro further, stating that he has always been a dictator and that his comments do not deserve serious analysis. He added that the insult comes from someone with distorted ethical and moral values, who opposes the principles of democracy. He emphasized that respect for human rights does not rely on the good intentions of an authoritarian president and his followers.
He also raised concerns regarding the elections scheduled for this Sunday in Venezuela, expressing hope that the electoral process and the integrity of all participants will be respected. Argentina has re-engaged in an international complaint against Venezuela for crimes against humanity.
Adorni highlighted the key points from a statement that Argentina had issued alongside Costa Rica, Guatemala, Paraguay, and Uruguay regarding the Venezuelan electoral process. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Diana Mondino, announced Argentina’s return to a 2018 complaint calling for the International Criminal Court in The Hague to investigate Caracas for alleged human rights violations—an action that had been withdrawn by former President Alberto Fernández in March 2021.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed on Friday, “Today, the Republic of Argentina communicated to the International Criminal Court its decision to rejoin the submission made in 2018 about the situation in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, from which it had withdrawn in 2021.”
This decision aligns with the actions and statements made by the Argentine government since December 10, 2023, regarding the deteriorating political and human rights situation in Venezuela. The government affirmed its commitment to restoring the rule of law and defending the principles of freedom and democracy in Venezuela.
Additionally, Argentina is demanding an immediate cessation of harassment, persecution, and repression against political and social opposition activists, along with the release of all political prisoners. They also urged the Venezuelan government to fulfill its international legal obligations, particularly regarding the issuance of safe conducts for members of the opposition campaign who are seeking asylum at the Argentine diplomatic mission in Caracas.
During a recent campaign event, Maduro harshly criticized Javier Milei, accusing him of being a “malparido nazi fascista.” He claimed, “I said the truth, that Milei is a malparido who is harming workers.” As the elections approach, Maduro posed a question to his supporters about whether they wanted Venezuela to become like Argentina under Milei’s leadership, prompting them to respond with a resounding “no.”
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