Venezuelan President Orders Closure of Venezuelan Diplomatic Missions in Ecuador

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro ordered the closure of his country’s embassy and consulates in Ecuador in solidarity with Mexico over a raid on the Mexican embassy in Quito. Maduro and other presidents expressed support for Mexico’s request to suspend Ecuador from the United Nations. Ecuadorian President ordered the raid to arrest a fugitive at the embassy, leading to condemnation worldwide.

Key Points

  • Maduro orders closure of Venezuelan diplomatic missions in Ecuador in support of Mexico
  • World leaders condemn Ecuador's raid on Mexican embassy
  • Ecuadorian President faces criticism for his actions and absence from regional meeting

Pros

  • Solidarity shown by Venezuelan President with Mexico
  • Support from other presidents for Mexico's request to suspend Ecuador from the UN

Cons

  • Use of force by Ecuadorian authorities to raid the Mexican embassy
  • Violation of Vienna treaties which protect diplomatic premises