Israel's opposition leader urges Iran to 'pay close attention' to Venezuela

Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid urged Iran's leaders to pay close attention to events in Venezuela, following reports of a US military strike and the capture of President Nicolas Maduro. This statement was widely interpreted as a threat of violent regime change, as Israel's foreign minister welcomed Maduro's removal. In response, Iran condemned the US operation in Venezuela as a violation of international law and its national sovereignty. The tensions are further amplified by recent threats from the US president against Iran over its handling of domestic protests and its nuclear program.