Venizelos Takes a Jab at the Government Over Greece’s Role at the UN Security Council”

Evangelos Venizelos has publicly criticized the Greek government, raising concerns about how Greece is handling its position at the United Nations Security Council during a period of heightened international tension following the crisis in Venezuela.

According to sources, the former Foreign Minister argued that the Greek government has shown a lack of strategic direction and effective diplomacy, at a moment when Greece could highlight its role in promoting international law and peace.

Venezuela Crisis as a Diplomatic Test

The recent announcement by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Iván Gil Pinto requesting an emergency UN Security Council session in response to reported US military operations has put Athens in a diplomatically delicate position:

• How should Greece position itself regarding a complex international crisis involving military and diplomatic dimensions?
• Should it support interventions upholding international law and Venezuela’s sovereignty, or align more closely with the US stance?
• How can Greece leverage its Security Council membership to gain international recognition and diplomatic credibility?

Venizelos’ Critique

• He asserts that the government has failed to clarify its position publicly, undermining Greece’s credibility on the international stage.
• Venizelos emphasizes that, despite being a non-permanent Security Council member, Greece has not fully utilized its ability to mediate and intervene.
• In a situation combining diplomatic, military, and humanitarian dimensions, Athens’ approach is seen as a missed opportunity for proactive diplomacy.

Geopolitical Context

The Venezuela crisis, with reports of US military strikes and threats to sovereignty, serves as a test for all non-permanent Security Council members:

• Greece must establish a clear and independent stance, coordinating with international partners.
• Security Council decisions will affect not only Latin America but also European interests and energy security.
• Engagement in crises like Venezuela highlights the importance of international credibility and timely diplomatic action.

Venizelos’ criticism is more than domestic political commentary — it speaks to Greece’s diplomatic capacity. As a non-permanent member of the Security Council, Greece faces a critical geopolitical test: its position on international crises such as Venezuela will largely determine the country’s credibility, influence, and standing at the UN.

Source: pagenews.gr