Madrid: Spain on Wednesday asserted that Venezuela's natural resources belong to the Venezuelan people, warning that undermining state sovereignty could set a dangerous precedent for the international order. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares emphasized that control over natural resources is a fundamental aspect of sovereignty and must be respected.

According to Anadolu Agency - English, Albares, in an interview with RNE, stated that the recent developments in Caracas pose a significant threat to international norms. He cautioned that compromising sovereignty over natural resources could destabilize global relations. Albares reiterated Spain's opposition to the use of force or external interference in Venezuela and expressed support for a peaceful, democratic resolution led by Venezuelans.

Spain advocates for a comprehensive dialogue between the Venezuelan government and the opposition, aiming for a peaceful, democratic, and genuinely Venezuelan solution. Albares noted that Spain is prepared to facilitate mediation if deemed useful by the parties involved. He emphasized Spain's role in Latin America as a mediator rather than an agitator.

Albares also addressed concerns over potential changes in borders by force, specifically rejecting rhetoric about a possible US move to seize Greenland. He expressed full solidarity with Denmark, underscoring that territories should not change hands arbitrarily. Albares highlighted the Greenlandic people's right to self-determination and reiterated Spain's support for Denmark.

From a European standpoint, Albares called for a 'moral rearmament' and a decisive move towards greater political, economic, and strategic sovereignty within the European Union. He stressed the importance of a united Europe capable of addressing global challenges, including the war in Ukraine and rising geopolitical tensions involving the US, Russia, and China. Albares affirmed that aggression must be condemned regardless of the perpetrator, asserting that Europe's security issue stems from Russian aggression, not its allies.