Indonesia's Foreign Ministry on January 5 reiterated concerns over violent actions in Venezuela following the US strike on January 3, urging dialogue and international law adherence without naming the US. Former FM Dino Pati Djalal noted surprise at the omission.
Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemenlu RI) issued a statement on January 5, 2026, via X, expressing 'deep concern over any action involving the use or threat of force that risks creating a dangerous precedent in international relations.' This follows their January 3 response, which assured the safety of Indonesian citizens and called for de-escalation amid reports of US military strikes on Venezuelan targets, explosions in several states, and the claimed capture of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife by US forces on federal charges.
The ministry emphasized respecting Venezuela's sovereignty, prioritizing civilian protection, and adhering to the UN Charter and international humanitarian law. It urged all parties to pursue dialogue. Venezuela has declared a state of emergency, appointed Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as interim leader, and plans to seek a UN Security Council emergency meeting while filing international objections.
Former Foreign Minister Dino Pati Djalal expressed surprise that the statement avoids naming the United States, contrasting his earlier criticism of the US action as a shift to 'jungle law.'
