New Delhi, Jan. 5 -- India on Sunday expressed "deep concern" at US attacks on Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolas Maduro by American forces and called on all parties to peacefully address issues through dialogue to ensure stability in the region. In the first formal reaction to the military assault that was widely condemned by Latin American countries, the external affairs ministry reiterated India's support for the safety of the people of Venezuela. Hours after US forces bombed Venezuela and captured Maduro and his wife, President Donald Trump told a news conference that Washington will run the South American country until a political transition can take place. The external affairs ministry, in a statement, described recent developments in Venezuela as a "matter of deep concern" and said India is closely monitoring the evolving situation. "India reaffirms its support to the well-being and safety of the people of Venezuela. We call upon all concerned to address issues peacefully through dialogue, ensuring peace and stability of the region," the statement said. The Indian embassy in Caracas is in contact with members of the Indian community and will continue to provide all possible assistance, the ministry said. India issued an advisory on Saturday urging its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela. It also advised all Indians in Venezuela to exercise extreme caution, restrict their movements, and remain in contact with the Indian embassy. There are around 50 non-resident Indians and 30 people of Indian-origin in Venezuela. The Venezuelan government said it" rejects, repudiates, and denounces before the international community the extremely serious military aggression perpetrated by the current government of the United States of America against Venezuelan territory and people". Russia's foreign ministry said the capture of Maduro and his wife "constitute an unacceptable violation of the sovereignty of an independent state".P4...