Guyana is seeking action from the ICJ in response to Venezuela’s recent aggressive intrusion into its maritime space. The United States strongly condemned Venezuela’s actions, viewed as intimidation that escalates regional tensions, particularly amidst ongoing oil extraction activities by Exxon in Guyana’s EEZ.
In a recent confrontation, Venezuela engaged in an aggressive and unprovoked incursion into Guyana’s maritime territory, prompting significant international outcry, notably from the United States. This act is perceived as an attempt to intimidate Guyana and exacerbate regional tensions. The presence of the American firm, Exxon, along with its partners, extracting oil from Guyana’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), may have motivated Venezuela to send a hostile message to the United States following the termination of Chevron’s license. The U.S. government responded with a condemnation of Venezuela’s actions, reaffirming support for Guyana in this escalating conflict.
The situation between Guyana and Venezuela has intensified due to Venezuela’s recent maritime encroachment, which has drawn international condemnation, particularly from the United States. Guyana is actively seeking measures from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to address this issue, emphasizing the urgency of protecting its territorial integrity and the involvement of foreign companies in oil extraction.
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