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News|Nicolas MaduroVenezuela slams European Council’s renewed sanctions as ‘futile’Caracas criticises renewed European Union sanctions, asserting they highlight the bloc’s lack of autonomy on global matters.

The European Council has decided to extend sanctions against Venezuela until January 10, 2027. These measures were initially implemented in 2017 and include an embargo on arms shipments, along with travel bans and asset freezes targeting individuals…

BBy Brooke SandersDec 16, 20251 min read

The European Council has decided to extend sanctions against Venezuela until January 10, 2027. These measures were initially implemented in 2017 and include an embargo on arms shipments, along with travel bans and asset freezes targeting individuals associated with state repression.

The sanctions encompass a ban on the export of weapons and military equipment to Venezuela. Additionally, they prohibit the export of equipment potentially used for internal repression, such as light weapons, ammunition, and surveillance technology. The travel bans affect government officials, military personnel, and judges linked to human rights violations.

As of January this year, 69 individuals have been subject to asset freezes and travel bans. The European Council stated that the sanctions would persist until tangible progress is made by the Venezuelan government regarding human rights, the rule of law, and steps towards democratic transition.

The European Council has decided to extend sanctions against Venezuela until January 10, 2027.
Brooke Sanders · Thehackingpost

The Venezuelan government, represented by Minister of Foreign Affairs Yvan Gil Pinto, has criticized the sanctions, describing them as coercive and contrary to international law. The government argues that these measures highlight the European Union's lack of autonomy on the global stage. Furthermore, they labeled the sanctions as "futile" and criticized the EU's foreign policy.

The renewal of EU sanctions coincides with military threats from the United States, which has positioned forces near the Venezuelan coast and announced financial sanctions on individuals and entities linked to President Nicolas Maduro's administration.

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The EU sanctions are noted to differ from US sanctions as they focus primarily on political objectives, aiming to exert pressure on the regime while maintaining humanitarian and diplomatic channels. These sanctions are intended to signal disapproval of human rights violations and the erosion of democracy in Venezuela.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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