The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Monday (January 5, 2026) criticised India's statement on the U.S. aggression on Venezuela, and said it is "unworthy" of the country's long-held tradition of defending the sovereignty of nations.
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In a statement, the CPI(M) said there was not a word of condemnation about the "gross violation" of the United Nations Charter and international law in India's statement.
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"The Modi-led BJP government's response to the blatant aggression against Venezuela and the abduction of its President and wife by the United States armed forces is craven and unworthy of India's long-held position of defence of independence and sovereignty of nations," the CPI (M) said.
