🔗 Share this article Diplomatic Strains with Venezuela Rise After Alleged Demand from Trump to Venezuela's Leader. It is alleged that ex-President Trump issued a direct ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro: leave office – and exit the nation – without delay. Per accounts, the U.S. leader allegedly held a phone call with his South American opposite number, who is the target of a prolonged pressure campaign that has included a significant deployment of warships off Venezuela's Caribbean coast. "You have the chance to secure your safety and those closest to you, but you have to depart from the country right away," the U.S. president allegedly declared, providing assured transit for Maduro, his wife and his son "only if he consented to step down without delay." Nonetheless, the Venezuelan president reportedly refused to relinquish power immediately and reportedly made a series of counter-demands, including international immunity from prosecution and being allowed to cede civilian authority while maintaining command of the armed forces. New Ratchet-Up in Ongoing Bilateral Tensions This exchange marks the most recent escalation of frictions between the two nations. Recently, Trump reportedly convened with his senior security officials to discuss the Venezuelan crisis, though specifics of that gathering have not been revealed. Key Elements from the Reported Exchange Demand: Instant departure from power and departure from the country for Maduro and his immediate family. Reported Declination: Maduro reportedly rejected the offer for a swift exit. Conditions: Sought global amnesty and continued authority over the military. Broader Context: This occurs within a wider American pressure campaign aimed at removing the Venezuelan government. When questioned about the call, Trump was quoted as saying, "I can't say it went well or poorly, it was a phone call." Not one of the U.S. nor Venezuelan administrations have offered further particulars about the matters talked about during the extraordinary exchange, which reportedly happened in late November.
It is alleged that ex-President Trump issued a direct ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro: leave office – and exit the nation – without delay. Per accounts, the U.S. leader allegedly held a phone call with his South American opposite number, who is the target of a prolonged pressure campaign that has included a significant deployment of warships off Venezuela's Caribbean coast. "You have the chance to secure your safety and those closest to you, but you have to depart from the country right away," the U.S. president allegedly declared, providing assured transit for Maduro, his wife and his son "only if he consented to step down without delay." Nonetheless, the Venezuelan president reportedly refused to relinquish power immediately and reportedly made a series of counter-demands, including international immunity from prosecution and being allowed to cede civilian authority while maintaining command of the armed forces. New Ratchet-Up in Ongoing Bilateral Tensions This exchange marks the most recent escalation of frictions between the two nations. Recently, Trump reportedly convened with his senior security officials to discuss the Venezuelan crisis, though specifics of that gathering have not been revealed. Key Elements from the Reported Exchange Demand: Instant departure from power and departure from the country for Maduro and his immediate family. Reported Declination: Maduro reportedly rejected the offer for a swift exit. Conditions: Sought global amnesty and continued authority over the military. Broader Context: This occurs within a wider American pressure campaign aimed at removing the Venezuelan government. When questioned about the call, Trump was quoted as saying, "I can't say it went well or poorly, it was a phone call." Not one of the U.S. nor Venezuelan administrations have offered further particulars about the matters talked about during the extraordinary exchange, which reportedly happened in late November.