Venezuela Celebrates the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

President President Maduro stressed that defending Palestine is also defending “the right to existence of Venezuela, Latin America, and the Caribbean,” noting that the struggle for Palestine’s liberation is a crucial battle against fascism and colonialism in its new forms. Nov 29, 2024 Photo: VTV Canal8

November 29, 2024 Hour: 7:37 pm

The President also condemned the daily crimes committed against Palestinian citizens, stating: “We are deeply saddened by the crimes that are being committed daily against the children, women, and men of Palestine, the sacred land of all, which today is undergoing live genocide.”

In commemoration of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, the Venezuelan government conducted various activities to reaffirm its unconditional support for the Palestinian cause.

Through its official Telegram account, the presidency of Venezuela issued a strong message rejecting “the genocidal and colonialist campaign perpetrated by the ruling Zionism in Israel” and highlighted the resistance of the Palestinian people in their struggle for respect for their territories and their right to exist as a historical nation.

It was also stated that “the Palestinian people can count on the solidarity and unwavering support of President Nicolás Maduro and the Venezuelan people, today, tomorrow, and forever.”

President Nicolás Maduro, in his Telegram account, emphasized that the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is a crucial occasion to reaffirm Venezuela’s firm stance against “the extermination policy pursued by the Zionist government of Israel.”

President Maduro stressed that defending Palestine is also defending “the right to existence of Venezuela, Latin America, and the Caribbean,” noting that the struggle for Palestine’s liberation is a crucial battle against fascism and colonialism in its new forms.

“The most important battle that humanity faces is for our shared human homeland, for the liberation of Palestine,” he asserted.

On this day of solidarity, the Venezuelan government reiterated its commitment to ensure that solidarity with the Palestinian people is expressed in concrete terms. “The Palestinian people deserve justice; with the support of all humanity, sooner rather than later they will prevail,” concluded Maduro.

Activities in Venezuela included cultural events and demonstrations that underscored the importance of the Palestinian cause, reflecting the South American country’s continued support for Palestinians in their quest for justice and self-determination.