Maduro Orders Closure of Venezuelan Embassy, Consulates in Ecuador in Solidarity with Mexico

Apr 16, 2024, 10:23 PM

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has ordered the closure of Venezuela's embassy and two consulates in Ecuador in response to Ecuador's raid on the Mexican embassy in Quito. Maduro's decision is a protest against the actions of the Ecuadorian authorities and signifies a severance of diplomatic ties with Ecuador. This move also reflects Venezuela's solidarity with Mexico, highlighting the regional diplomatic tensions. Additionally, the closure is part of a broader context where Maduro has participated in at least 12 meetings with U.S. officials regarding sanctions relief, though these discussions have not yet led to an agreement. In a related diplomatic response, Honduras has recalled its charge d'affaires.