🔗 Share this article Tensions involving Venezuela Intensify Following Reported Ultimatum from Donald Trump to Maduro. It is alleged that formerPresident Trump conveyed a blunt demand to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro: abandon office – and exit the nation – at once. Per accounts, the U.S. leader reportedly held a phone call with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a prolonged pressure campaign that has included a substantial naval deployment off Venezuela's northern coast. "You can save yourself and your family, but you have to leave the country now," Trump reportedly said, promising safe passage for Maduro, his spouse and his son "conditional on he consented to resign immediately." However, the Venezuelan president allegedly refused to resign on the spot and reportedly made a set of counter-demands, such as worldwide legal immunity and the right to cede political control while retaining control of the military. New Ratchet-Up in Long-Running Bilateral Tensions This exchange represents the most recent heightening of strains between the two nations. Recently, Trump allegedly held talks with his top security officials to discuss the Venezuelan situation, though particulars of that gathering were not made public. Salient Details from the Reported Exchange Demand: Prompt departure from power and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives. Reported Declination: Maduro did not accept the conditions for a fast exit. Counter-Demands: Reportedly requested international immunity and ongoing authority over the army. Broader Context: This takes place within a broader American pressure campaign designed to removing the Venezuelan regime. When questioned about the call, 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 information about the matters talked about during the highly unusual exchange, which is thought to have taken place in late November.
It is alleged that formerPresident Trump conveyed a blunt demand to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro: abandon office – and exit the nation – at once. Per accounts, the U.S. leader reportedly held a phone call with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a prolonged pressure campaign that has included a substantial naval deployment off Venezuela's northern coast. "You can save yourself and your family, but you have to leave the country now," Trump reportedly said, promising safe passage for Maduro, his spouse and his son "conditional on he consented to resign immediately." However, the Venezuelan president allegedly refused to resign on the spot and reportedly made a set of counter-demands, such as worldwide legal immunity and the right to cede political control while retaining control of the military. New Ratchet-Up in Long-Running Bilateral Tensions This exchange represents the most recent heightening of strains between the two nations. Recently, Trump allegedly held talks with his top security officials to discuss the Venezuelan situation, though particulars of that gathering were not made public. Salient Details from the Reported Exchange Demand: Prompt departure from power and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives. Reported Declination: Maduro did not accept the conditions for a fast exit. Counter-Demands: Reportedly requested international immunity and ongoing authority over the army. Broader Context: This takes place within a broader American pressure campaign designed to removing the Venezuelan regime. When questioned about the call, 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 information about the matters talked about during the highly unusual exchange, which is thought to have taken place in late November.