Leaders in Greenland, Mexico, and Colombia are standing up for their countries’ sovereignty and resisting pressure from the United States following the removal of Nicolás Maduro from power in Venezuela. This unexpected action has surprised global leaders who have also faced U.S. intervention threats.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly rejected interference in other countries’ internal affairs, emphasizing Mexico’s sovereignty and opposition to any form of intervention. While Mexico cooperates with the U.S. on issues like drug trafficking and security, Sheinbaum stressed that Mexico is an independent and free nation, open to cooperation but not subordination or intervention.
Experts note Mexico’s increased compliance with U.S. requests, especially in tackling drug cartels, with more arrests, drug seizures, and deportations. Any military intervention by the U.S. in Mexico could jeopardize this cooperation, leaving the U.S. without a vital partner, according to political analyst Carlos Pérez Ricart.
Although the possibility is slim, analysts do not rule out U.S. military intervention in Mexico. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over the disregard for international law by the U.S., stating that such actions could set a dangerous precedent in global relations.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro vehemently opposed potential U.S. strikes against drug traffickers in Colombia, citing his government’s efforts in combating drug-related activities. He warned against the consequences of U.S. actions, emphasizing a strong stance against any form of attack on his country.
In contrast, Greenland’s Prime Minister assured citizens of no imminent American takeover, despite renewed U.S. interest in the territory’s strategic significance. Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen emphasized Greenland’s democratic status and clarified that it cannot be compared to Venezuela, emphasizing the country’s independent governance.
President Trump’s remarks on revisiting Greenland’s strategic importance in a few weeks have drawn attention to the island’s vital role in U.S. ballistic missile defense and mineral resources. Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reiterated Greenland’s stance on independence and distanced the country from any U.S. takeover aspirations.
Global support for Greenland’s autonomy was evident on Monday, with leaders like British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul advocating for Greenland’s self-determination and NATO’s potential role in safeguarding the territory. The European Union reaffirmed its commitment to upholding national sovereignty principles.