Overview

• Boris Johnson secretly met with Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela to discuss the war in Ukraine and the need for democratic reforms.
• The talks, which were not officially sanctioned, aimed at preventing Venezuela from supplying weapons to Russia and encouraging free elections.
• Johnson emphasized the importance of Venezuela respecting the territorial integrity of its neighbors and supporting Ukraine's victory.
• The visit, funded privately, had the knowledge and support of the UK Foreign Office, despite being unofficial.
• Human rights concerns in Venezuela, including accusations against the Maduro administration of crimes against humanity, were highlighted by international groups.