President Maduro condemns attempts to divide Venezuela’s armed forces

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has raised concerns about national and international extremist factions attempting to sow division within the Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB).

Maduro accused radical opposition groups, backed by U.S. imperialism, of actively seeking to divide and confront the Armed Forces, referring to them as coup plotters and fascists who undermine the military’s integrity.

Speaking from the National Pantheon in Caracas, Maduro urged his military high command to confront those promoting conflict within the country.

He emphasized that the national extreme right forces hold disdain for the Venezuelan military and would prefer foreign military intervention.

Maduro asserted that the FANB operates independently from external commands and emphasized its adherence to the country’s own national history and military doctrine, shaped by its intelligent officers.

The President denounced the fascist groups’ plan to incite violence, intolerance, and division among Venezuelans, vowing not to allow it.

He called on national and international public opinion to remain vigilant.

During a military promotions ceremony, Maduro stated that any attempt to disrupt the peace of the Republic must face a resolute response from the entire Venezuelan military leadership, emphasizing the need to counter hatred and fascism.

In conclusion, Maduro emphasized that peace and unity are essential for Venezuela’s prosperity, expressing his full confidence in the FANB and the civic-military alliance to uphold peace and unity in the years to come.

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