The United Nations Mission to Establish the Facts in Venezuela has called on the government to reconsider its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC).
The mission stated that the move comes at a critical juncture for the nation, arguing that the priority should be guaranteeing fundamental rights rather than severing ties with international judicial mechanisms.
The appeal highlights growing diplomatic friction between Caracas and global institutions regarding human rights oversight.
By signaling that the withdrawal is premature, the UN body is attempting to keep the door open for international legal scrutiny of alleged abuses, a stance that contrasts with the government's narrative of sovereignty and non-interference.
This development adds another layer of complexity to Venezuela's international standing.
The country has faced years of sanctions and diplomatic isolation, with the ICC previously investigating alleged crimes against humanity.