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05. January 2026

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie in the Merkur on the implications of U.S. intervention in Venezuela Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie in the Merkur on the implications of U.S. intervention in Venezuela

On January 5, Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie commented in the Merkur on the U.S. intervention in Venezuela. Among other things, he discussed the lessons that Europe should now draw from these events.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie on the US-Intervention in Venezuela
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The article analyzed the significance of the American intervention in Venezuela for both South America and Europe. To this end, it featured several experts who agreed that this military operation serves, above all, as a powerful signal to America’s 'backyard.' According to Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie, Trump is engaging in 'classic great-power politics.' He noted that the action sends a clear message to other South American nations that they could face similar consequences if they fail to cooperate.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie further stated that the current global situation is highly dangerous. 'Europe must find a new role overnight,' he warned, otherwise it faces a permanent loss of influence.

You can read the whole article with Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie here.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schlie is Director of the Center for Advanced Security, Strategic and Integration Studies (CASSIS) and Henry Kissinger Professor for Security and Strategy Research at the Institute for Political Science.