Washington Confirms Trump-Maduro Call as Tensions Escalate Again
Washington — President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he spoke with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro but declined to disclose details, reporters aboard Air Force One. The New York Times reported an earlier call this month discussing a possible US meeting. Trump said the airspace around Venezuela should be considered closed; Senator Markwayne Mullin said the US offered Maduro the option to leave for Russia or elsewhere and denied plans to deploy troops. Caracas accused Washington of preparing for attack and Maduro mobilized supporters. US officials cited a military buildup and drug enforcement actions. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Timeline
- Earlier this month: Media reported a Trump–Maduro phone call discussing a possible meeting.
- Nov 29: President Trump said Venezuelan airspace should be considered closed.
- Nov 30: Trump publicly confirmed he had spoken with Maduro but provided no details.
- Nov 30: Senator Markwayne Mullin told CNN the US offered Maduro an option to leave the country.
- Early aftermath: Venezuelan government mobilized supporters and claimed millions ready to defend the country.
- Articles Published:
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- Right Leaning:
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- Left Leaning:
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- Neutral:
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- Distribution:
- Left 20%, Center 60%, Right 20%
U.S. government and allied regional partners gained increased leverage over Venezuela through diplomatic pressure, military presence, and law-enforcement measures aimed at disrupting alleged drug networks.
Venezuelan civilians experienced increased fear and potential disruption as the government mobilized supporters and rhetoric heightened risk of confrontation or sanctions.
After reading and researching latest news.... US confirmed a phone call between Trump and Maduro amid military buildup, stepped-up drug enforcement; a senator said Maduro was offered exit options, while Caracas mobilized supporters and cited imminent threat. Reporting relied on official statements, media reports and government claims; verification remains limited.
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