Washington (The COW New Digital) Tensions between the United States and Venezuela escalated as the Trump administration demanded that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro relinquish power. Reports indicate that the U.S. offered Maduro a safe transfer to a wealthy Arab nation in exchange for stepping down, but the Venezuelan leader categorically rejected the proposal.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Maduro’s government cannot be considered legitimate, reinforcing Washington’s position that the current administration in Caracas lacks international recognition. The move comes amid ongoing negotiations between U.S. officials and Venezuelan representatives, seeking a resolution to the months-long political standoff.
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Maduro, addressing his supporters, framed the U.S. approach as an attempt to impose “American enslavement” under the guise of peace. “Venezuela will not accept American colonialism or domination. We seek peace with sovereignty, equality, and freedom,” he asserted. The president emphasized that his nation will neither become a colony nor submit to foreign control.
Highlighting the resilience of the Venezuelan state, Maduro characterized 22 weeks of U.S. military maneuvers near Venezuela as psychological terrorism. He underscored that national strength stems from the participation of the people, their awareness, institutional structures, and commitment to nation-building even under adversity. According to Maduro, it is this strong social fabric that renders Venezuela’s power enduring, resilient, and inviolable.
The Venezuelan president further emphasized that protecting political sovereignty is crucial to maintaining peace with dignity. He positioned his government as committed to safeguarding the nation’s independence while resisting foreign pressure. Maduro’s remarks reflect a broader narrative of self-determination and resistance against external influence, which has been a cornerstone of his administration.
Analysts note that the standoff underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics in Latin America, where U.S. efforts to influence regime change clash with assertions of national sovereignty. The situation remains tense, with both sides maintaining firm positions, and no immediate resolution in sight.
As international observers monitor the evolving crisis, Venezuela’s response signals a determination to uphold autonomy and reject external coercion, highlighting the broader struggle between global superpowers and regional governance.
