🔗 Share this article Tensions with Venezuela Rise After Alleged Ultimatum from President Trump to Maduro. Sources indicate that ex-President Donald Trump conveyed a unambiguous demand to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro: leave power – and exit the country – without delay. According to reports, the U.S. leader allegedly conducted a phone call with his South American opposite number, who is the target of a prolonged diplomatic offensive that has included a substantial deployment of warships off Venezuela's Caribbean coast. "You can protect yourself and your family, but you need to depart from the nation immediately," Trump reportedly stated, promising guaranteed security for Maduro, his spouse and his son "conditional on he agreed to resign immediately." Nonetheless, the Venezuelan president allegedly refused to relinquish power immediately and is said to have made a list of conditions, such as global amnesty and the right to cede civilian authority while maintaining command of the armed forces. Latest Increase in Persistent Bilateral Tensions This exchange marks the latest escalation of tensions between the two countries. On Monday, Trump allegedly convened with his top security officials to review the Venezuelan situation, though details of that gathering were not revealed. Key Points from the Alleged Conversation Demand: Instant departure from power and exile for Maduro and his immediate family. Reported Rejection: Maduro did not accept the terms for a rapid exit. Counter-Demands: Sought international immunity and ongoing control over the armed forces. Broader Context: This takes place within a larger U.S.-led diplomatic and military push designed to ousting the Venezuelan regime. Upon being asked about the conversation, Trump was quoted as stating, "I wouldn't say it was successful or poorly, it was a telephone conversation." Not one of the U.S. nor Venezuelan governments have offered more particulars about the subjects discussed during the highly unusual dialogue, which is thought to have taken place in late November.
Sources indicate that ex-President Donald Trump conveyed a unambiguous demand to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro: leave power – and exit the country – without delay. According to reports, the U.S. leader allegedly conducted a phone call with his South American opposite number, who is the target of a prolonged diplomatic offensive that has included a substantial deployment of warships off Venezuela's Caribbean coast. "You can protect yourself and your family, but you need to depart from the nation immediately," Trump reportedly stated, promising guaranteed security for Maduro, his spouse and his son "conditional on he agreed to resign immediately." Nonetheless, the Venezuelan president allegedly refused to relinquish power immediately and is said to have made a list of conditions, such as global amnesty and the right to cede civilian authority while maintaining command of the armed forces. Latest Increase in Persistent Bilateral Tensions This exchange marks the latest escalation of tensions between the two countries. On Monday, Trump allegedly convened with his top security officials to review the Venezuelan situation, though details of that gathering were not revealed. Key Points from the Alleged Conversation Demand: Instant departure from power and exile for Maduro and his immediate family. Reported Rejection: Maduro did not accept the terms for a rapid exit. Counter-Demands: Sought international immunity and ongoing control over the armed forces. Broader Context: This takes place within a larger U.S.-led diplomatic and military push designed to ousting the Venezuelan regime. Upon being asked about the conversation, Trump was quoted as stating, "I wouldn't say it was successful or poorly, it was a telephone conversation." Not one of the U.S. nor Venezuelan governments have offered more particulars about the subjects discussed during the highly unusual dialogue, which is thought to have taken place in late November.