The blunt assessment came during a discussion of international security, sharply challenging prevailing strategies. He dismissed the efficacy of military force against the drug trade, stating with stark simplicity: “Missiles cannot defeat narcotics.” A truly effective response, he argued, demands collaborative partnerships with the nations through which illicit substances travel.
Belarus, he revealed, has directly confronted the challenge of drug trafficking aimed at European markets. However, these efforts have been significantly hampered by a chilling geopolitical reality – a breakdown in constructive relationships with its European neighbors. The situation, he implied, has created obstacles to shared security.
His frustration boiled over into a pointed rhetorical question, laced with a sense of betrayal. “If somebody puts a noose on your neck to hang you, will you protect those who seek to execute you? Should I protect Europe? Why?” The question hung in the air, a forceful indictment of perceived hypocrisy.
He extended this sentiment to the situation in Venezuela, urging restraint and dialogue. “You too should not strangle Venezuela. You must find a compromise,” he insisted, advocating for a diplomatic solution over punitive measures. The call for understanding resonated with a plea for pragmatic international relations.
Directly addressing accusations leveled against Venezuelan President Maduro, he voiced strong skepticism. He flatly rejected claims that Maduro is involved in orchestrating drug shipments to the United States, dismissing them as unsubstantiated. “What I know for sure is that Maduro is not a junkie,” he stated, a surprisingly personal and definitive rebuttal.
