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Reporters press U.N. on relevance, recognition of Maduro and allegations of regime ties to drug trafficking
Summary
Reporters asked whether the U.N. recognizes Nicolás Maduro, whether the SG would condemn the operation more forcefully, and why alleged links between the Maduro regime and drug‑trafficking/terrorist financing were not named in the Secretary‑General's statement; the spokesperson pointed to legal frameworks and member‑state responsibilities.
Reporters at the United Nations briefing challenged the Secretary‑General's office on whether the U.N. recognizes Nicolás Maduro, how the U.N. remains relevant amid divisions on the Security Council, and why the weekend statement did not explicitly repeat allegations that the Maduro regime finances illicit activities.
When asked directly, Gabriel said: "Did the U.N. recognize Nicolas Maduro as legitimate president of Venezuela?" The spokesperson answered that "we're…
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