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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK will “shed no tears” about the end of Nicolás Maduro’s regime, reiterating Britain’s longstanding position that Maduro was an “illegitimate President” and that Venezuela needs a transition of power.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Prime Minister said he had reiterated the UK’s support for international law and confirmed ministers would discuss the “evolving situation” with US counterparts in the days ahead.
Starmer said the UK’s objective was a “safe and peaceful transition” to a legitimate government in Venezuela that reflects the will of the Venezuelan people.