Vatican’s Political Mediation in Venezuela: Betrayal of Christ’s Social Kingship
EWTN News reports (January 19, 2026) that the Vatican, through its Secretary of State “Cardinal” Pietro Parolin, attempted diplomatic mediation to prevent U.S. military intervention in Venezuela prior to the capture of socialist dictator Nicolás Maduro. Parolin admitted the Holy See sought “a peaceful solution” through negotiations with Maduro but lamented that “this was not possible.” He described Venezuela’s situation as one of “great uncertainty,” expressing hope for “stability,” “economic recovery,” and “democratization.” The article further notes that “Pope” Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado and echoed calls for respecting “the will of the Venezuelan people” through peaceful means free of “partisan interests.”