🔗 Share this article Diplomatic Strains involving Venezuela Intensify After Alleged Demand from President Trump to Venezuela's Leader. Sources indicate that formerPresident Donald Trump issued a direct message to Venezuelan leader Maduro: relinquish office – and flee the nation – at once. Per accounts, the U.S. leader supposedly conducted a phone call with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a months-long pressure campaign that has included a substantial deployment of warships off Venezuela's northern coast. "You have the chance to save yourself and your family, but you must leave the nation now," Trump reportedly said, promising safe passage for Maduro, his wife and his son "conditional on he agreed to step down right away." Nonetheless, the Venezuelan president reportedly refused to resign immediately and is said to have presented a set of requests, including international amnesty and the right to give up civilian authority while retaining control of the armed forces. Latest Escalation in Persistent Bilateral Tensions This exchange represents the latest increase of tensions between the Washington and Caracas. Recently, Trump reportedly met with his leading security officials to deliberate on the Venezuelan situation, though particulars of that discussion were not revealed. Salient Details from the Reported Exchange Final Offer: Immediate departure from power and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives. Alleged Refusal: Maduro supposedly turned down the conditions for a swift exit. Counter-Demands: Sought international immunity and continued authority over the military. Wider Situation: This takes place amid a larger American diplomatic and military push designed to ousting the Venezuelan regime. Upon being asked about the conversation, Trump reportedly remarking, "I can't say it was successful or badly, it was a phone call." Neither the American nor Venezuelan governments have provided additional particulars about the subjects talked about during the highly unusual dialogue, which is thought to have occurred in late November.
Sources indicate that formerPresident Donald Trump issued a direct message to Venezuelan leader Maduro: relinquish office – and flee the nation – at once. Per accounts, the U.S. leader supposedly conducted a phone call with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a months-long pressure campaign that has included a substantial deployment of warships off Venezuela's northern coast. "You have the chance to save yourself and your family, but you must leave the nation now," Trump reportedly said, promising safe passage for Maduro, his wife and his son "conditional on he agreed to step down right away." Nonetheless, the Venezuelan president reportedly refused to resign immediately and is said to have presented a set of requests, including international amnesty and the right to give up civilian authority while retaining control of the armed forces. Latest Escalation in Persistent Bilateral Tensions This exchange represents the latest increase of tensions between the Washington and Caracas. Recently, Trump reportedly met with his leading security officials to deliberate on the Venezuelan situation, though particulars of that discussion were not revealed. Salient Details from the Reported Exchange Final Offer: Immediate departure from power and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives. Alleged Refusal: Maduro supposedly turned down the conditions for a swift exit. Counter-Demands: Sought international immunity and continued authority over the military. Wider Situation: This takes place amid a larger American diplomatic and military push designed to ousting the Venezuelan regime. Upon being asked about the conversation, Trump reportedly remarking, "I can't say it was successful or badly, it was a phone call." Neither the American nor Venezuelan governments have provided additional particulars about the subjects talked about during the highly unusual dialogue, which is thought to have occurred in late November.