🔗 Share this article Tensions involving Venezuela Rise Following Purported Final Offer from Donald Trump to Nicolás Maduro. Reports suggest that ex-President Trump issued a direct ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro: relinquish the presidency – and flee the nation – without delay. As stated in reports, the American president supposedly held a phone call with his Venezuelan opposite number, who is the focus of a sustained pressure campaign that has included a major deployment of warships off Venezuela's northern coast. "You can secure your safety and your inner circle, but you must exit the country now," Trump reportedly stated, providing assured transit for Maduro, his spouse and his son "only if he agreed to resign right away." Nevertheless, the Venezuelan leader reportedly declined to resign immediately and reportedly presented a list of requests, including international legal immunity and being allowed to give up political control while maintaining control of the armed forces. New Increase in Ongoing Bilateral Tensions This exchange constitutes the most recent increase of strains between the two countries. Recently, Trump reportedly held talks with his leading national security advisers to review the Venezuela crisis, though specifics of that meeting have not been made public. Salient Elements from the Alleged Conversation Demand: Prompt resignation and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives. Reported Rejection: Maduro supposedly turned down the offer for a fast exit. Requests: Reportedly requested protection from prosecution worldwide and ongoing authority over the army. Broader Context: This occurs amid a larger American pressure campaign aimed at ousting the Venezuelan administration. Upon being asked about the conversation, Trump reportedly saying, "I can't say it went well or badly, it was a telephone conversation." Neither the U.S. nor Venezuelan administrations have provided more information about the subjects talked about during the highly unusual exchange, which is thought to have occurred in late November.
Reports suggest that ex-President Trump issued a direct ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro: relinquish the presidency – and flee the nation – without delay. As stated in reports, the American president supposedly held a phone call with his Venezuelan opposite number, who is the focus of a sustained pressure campaign that has included a major deployment of warships off Venezuela's northern coast. "You can secure your safety and your inner circle, but you must exit the country now," Trump reportedly stated, providing assured transit for Maduro, his spouse and his son "only if he agreed to resign right away." Nevertheless, the Venezuelan leader reportedly declined to resign immediately and reportedly presented a list of requests, including international legal immunity and being allowed to give up political control while maintaining control of the armed forces. New Increase in Ongoing Bilateral Tensions This exchange constitutes the most recent increase of strains between the two countries. Recently, Trump reportedly held talks with his leading national security advisers to review the Venezuela crisis, though specifics of that meeting have not been made public. Salient Elements from the Alleged Conversation Demand: Prompt resignation and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives. Reported Rejection: Maduro supposedly turned down the offer for a fast exit. Requests: Reportedly requested protection from prosecution worldwide and ongoing authority over the army. Broader Context: This occurs amid a larger American pressure campaign aimed at ousting the Venezuelan administration. Upon being asked about the conversation, Trump reportedly saying, "I can't say it went well or badly, it was a telephone conversation." Neither the U.S. nor Venezuelan administrations have provided more information about the subjects talked about during the highly unusual exchange, which is thought to have occurred in late November.