Venezuela and Spain are embroiled in a diplomatic spat following comments by Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles, who labeled Venezuela's government a 'dictatorship'. Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil summoned Spain’s ambassador in Caracas, denouncing Robles' remarks as 'insolent, meddling and rude'. In response, Venezuela has recalled its ambassador to Spain for consultations and demanded the Spanish ambassador to appear at the foreign ministry.
Spain, attempting to de-escalate the situation, emphasized that recalling ambassadors is a sovereign decision of each state, indicating a desire to calm the escalating row.
The feud underscores the fragile nature of diplomatic relations and highlights the international scrutiny of Venezuela's political climate.
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