BRUSSELS, April 5 (NNN-AGENCIES) — The EU on Thursday condemned a decision to strip Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido of immunity from prosecution, calling it a “serious violation” of the constitution that undermined the chances of a peaceful solution to the country’s crisis.
“The EU rejects the decision taken by the non-recognised National Constituent Assembly to lift Juan Guaido’s parliamentary immunity,” EU diplomatic chief Federica Mogherini said, in a statement on behalf of all 28 members of the bloc.
Lawmakers in Venezuela’s Constituent Assembly, which is loyal to President Nicolas Maduro, authorised the high court to prosecute Guaido for proclaiming himself the country’s ruler.
“This decision constitutes a serious violation of the Venezuelan Constitution, as well as of the rule of law and separation of powers, as the only body authorised to lift the immunity of members of the parliament is the National Assembly,” Mogherini said. — NNN-AGENCIES
