Venezuela’s Defense Minister, Vladimir González López, strongly asserted that the nation’s sovereignty is a non-negotiable principle. He emphasized the unwavering commitment to independence and the “Bolivarian military thought” guiding the country’s defense strategy. González López stated that protecting the nation and its people is paramount and fundamentally unyielding. This declaration underscores a firm stance against external pressures or compromises regarding Venezuela’s self-determination. The minister’s comments were made public via the EL NACIONAL news outlet. The statement reinforces the government’s consistent rhetoric regarding national sovereignty and its resistance to perceived foreign interference. It signals a continued dedication to the principles of the Bolivarian Revolution in matters of national defense.