Prominent Dubai billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor has expressed profound shock and condemnation following the United States’ military intervention in Venezuela and the subsequent arrest of President Nicolás Maduro. The chairman of Al Habtoor Group publicly questioned the ethical and legal foundations of unilateral action against a sovereign nation, sparking international discourse about state sovereignty and global power dynamics.
In a strongly worded statement disseminated through social media platforms, Al Habtoor challenged the justification behind President Donald Trump’s announcement that the US would assume control of Venezuela’s governance and natural resources. The Emirati business magnate raised fundamental questions about international law, asking whether national sovereignty had become ‘a mere detail’ in global politics and expressing concern about the precedent set by such actions.
Al Habtoor emphasized that this situation transcends political disagreement, representing instead a critical ethical and humanitarian issue. He called attention to the implications for Venezuela’s population of approximately 30 million people, whose national leadership was determined through external intervention rather than democratic processes.
The billionaire philanthropist, known for his outspoken commentary on global affairs, further questioned the international community’s response and the United Nations’ position regarding what he characterized as a violation of established international norms. He warned that this breach of sovereignty could establish dangerous precedents with unpredictable consequences for global stability.
Beyond his business accomplishments, Al Habtoor has established himself as a vocal commentator on social and political matters, regularly hosting discussions in Dubai on contemporary issues. His previous engagements include proposing a reconstruction plan for Gaza in October 2025 and advocating for social policies encouraging marriage among Emirati youth.