China: Washington must immediately release Maduro

A still image from a video posted by the White House’s "Rapid Response 47" account on X.com, originally shared by @PaulDMauro, shows Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro being escorted in custody through a corridor at the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) offices in New York City, United States, on January 3, 2026. (Reuters)اضافة اعلان

On Sunday, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the United States must immediately release President Nicolás Maduro and his wife and work to resolve the crisis in Venezuela through dialogue and negotiation.

The ministry added in a statement on its official website that the U.S. must also ensure the safety of Maduro and his wife, emphasizing that their detention violates international law and norms.

Reuters