Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Jeffrey Sachs: U.S. Attacks Venezuela & Kidnaps President Maduro
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Jan 3, 2026 
Jeffrey Sachs, a prominent economist and UN advisor, dives into the U.S. invasion of Venezuela and the controversial kidnapping of President Maduro. He argues that these actions are illegal and criticizes U.S. motives centered on oil and control. Sachs also discusses the historical pattern of U.S. regime changes, predicting chaos and instability. He highlights the deep implications for global governance and warns of the UN's vulnerability to U.S. lawlessness. China's and Russia's reactions are also explored, revealing a complex geopolitical landscape.
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U.S. Regime Change Breeds Instability
- Jeffrey Sachs calls the U.S. capture of Venezuela's president a blatantly illegal act and part of a long history of U.S. regime-change operations.
- He warns such actions create instability, bloodshed, and unpredictable consequences rather than simple regime replacement.
Europe's Silence Undermines International Law
- Sachs criticizes European leaders for passive acquiescence and calls their response to the attack 'pathetic.'
- He argues Europe shows vassalage to the U.S. and fails to defend international law and the UN Charter.
UN Weakness Mirrors Interwar Failures
- Sachs says the UN resembles the League of Nations in its defunct period and the U.S. is disowning and undermining it.
- He fears the dismantling of international institutions in the nuclear age increases global danger.
