In a significant geopolitical development, Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has extended an invitation for cooperative talks with the United States. This overture comes in direct response to President Donald Trump’s declaration that Washington would assume control of the South American nation following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
Rodríguez articulated her position through a public statement advocating for bilateral collaboration, emphasizing the need for “an agenda of cooperation oriented towards shared development within the framework of international law.” This diplomatic approach contrasts sharply with the current U.S. strategy of aggressive intervention in Venezuela’s political trajectory.
The situation has further complicated with President Trump’s dismissal of Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado as a potential successor to Maduro. During a Saturday briefing, Trump questioned Machado’s capacity to lead, stating she lacked the necessary “respect” to govern Venezuela effectively.
Instead of expediting democratic elections, the Trump administration has prioritized stability and the rehabilitation of Venezuela’s crucial oil industry. Current policies maintain existing oil sanctions while continuing U.S. military operations in proximity to Venezuelan territory.
Adding to the international dimension, the United Nations Secretary-General’s office has expressed profound alarm regarding the escalating situation. UN officials have raised substantive concerns about whether the Trump administration’s actions have adhered to established international legal standards.