New York, Jan. 5 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela, warning of growing instability and wider regional and international implications following the United States' military action.

Addressing the United Nations Security Council, Guterres said, "As we speak, President Maduro is being held in New York accused by US authorities, along with his wife Cilia Flores, of serious criminal offenses."

Highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the country's future, he added, "What is less certain is the immediate future of Venezuela."

Voicing apprehension over the broader fallout, the UN chief stated, "I am deeply concerned about the possible intensification of instabi...