The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors are closely monitoring the situation in Venezuela following the disputed presidential election in which President Nicolás Maduro claimed victory. Security forces in Venezuela have cracked down on the opposition, leading to the arrest of over 2,000 people who protested against Maduro’s presidency.
The ICC prosecutor, Karim Khan, has engaged with the government of Venezuela to emphasize the importance of upholding the rule of law and protecting all individuals from potential violations that may constitute crimes under the Rome Statute. Maduro has urged Venezuelans to report those who doubt the election results, and the government is preparing to imprison more opposition figures.
While the ICC has an ongoing investigation into violence following the 2017 election in Venezuela, it has not yet issued any arrest warrants. Khan announced the opening of the investigation in late 2021 after a referral from Argentina, Canada, Colombia, Chile, Paraguay, and Peru in 2018. The prosecution’s statement encourages individuals or organizations with relevant information to submit evidence through an online portal.
The ICC is actively monitoring the situation in Venezuela and is focused on continuing its investigations into potential crimes committed in connection with the disputed presidential election. The court is committed to holding those responsible for human rights violations and crimes against humanity in Venezuela accountable for their actions.
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