The Italian government put its diplomatic missions on high alert this Saturday (3) after the President of the United States, Donald Trump...announce the capture of Nicolás Maduro in a large-scale military operation. Rome's central concern is the security of the vast Italian community in the South American country, comprised of 160.000 registered citizens and approximately 1,5 million descendants.
A Italian presence in Venezuela It is historic and dates back to the post-World War II period. Currently, the consulates in Caracas and Maracaibo coordinate support for residents. The country is home to fundamental institutions such as the Agustín Codazzi school and the Cavenit Chamber of Commerce, which represents more than 800 Italian-owned companies.
• Cases affected by the decree
• Delays at the town hall and consulate
• Customized legal strategy
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Farnesina) It monitors the risk of internal instability following the fall of the regime. The majority of the Italian community in Venezuela originates from regions such as Campania, Sicily, Abruzzo, and Puglia, maintaining close ties with European citizenship.
Political reaction in Rome
The Chigi Palace reported that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is closely monitoring the Venezuelan crisis with Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani. The Prime Minister is seeking updated information on the safety of Italian citizens. The two leaders have maintained a direct line of communication since the announcement of the American operation.
The Democratic Party (PD) expressed "apprehension and astonishment" at the news coming from Venezuela. In a statement, the party reaffirmed its rejection of war as a means of resolving conflicts, highlighting its concern for the safety of Italian civilians in Venezuelan territory.
The Italian opposition recalled that, although it has condemned the Maduro regime for human rights violations and demanded the release of political prisoners such as Alberto Trentini, foreign military intervention brings uncertainty. "History has taught us that democracy cannot be exported with bombs," the party statement said.
In recent years, the economic crisis had already forced part of the Italian community to return to Europe or migrate to other countries in the Americas. Now, with Maduro's capture and the occupation by American forces, the diplomatic focus has shifted to guaranteeing the physical integrity and assets of the hundreds of Italian families and businesses that remain in the country.
