WASHINGTON – In a surprising turn of events, teh Biden management is reportedly considering direct talks with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, signaling a potential shift in U.S. policy toward the crisis-stricken nation. The move comes as the U.S. continues to weigh options-including potential military action-to counter illicit activities stemming from Venezuela,with officials recently designating the “Cartel de los Soles” as a foreign terrorist organization. Despite ongoing pressure tactics and a important military presence in the Caribbean, sources indicate former President Trump is also involved in preliminary discussions with Maduro, though the scope and aims of any potential conversation remain unclear.
The Biden administration is considering direct talks with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, a move that signals a potential shift in U.S. policy toward the South American nation. According to officials within President Donald Trump’s administration, a conversation between the two leaders is currently being planned.
While a specific date for the call has not been set, one official stated that the discussion “is in the planning stages,” and that there is currently no indication of what Trump will say or how he will approach the conversation.
Sources close to the former president suggest this outreach may indicate the U.S. is not contemplating immediate military action, such as missile strikes or ground operations. “Nobody is planning to go in there and shoot him or kidnap him, at this point. I wouldn’t ever say never, but that’s not the plan right now,” said a source familiar with the ongoing discussions. The official emphasized that the government will continue its efforts to combat drug trafficking.
“In the meantime, we’re going to blow up boats carrying drugs. We’re going to stop the narco-trafficking,” the official added.
An advisor summarized Trump’s perspective on Maduro, stating, “Maduro is a narco-terrorist. Always use that word if you want to represent the president’s thinking.”
Maduro buscará negociar con Estados Unidos
Diplomats believe Maduro will likely attempt to persuade the U.S. with promises he has often failed to keep. “Trust me. I will have new elections in three years. You can come and take all the oil. I will stop sending it to Russia,” they indicated, cautioning that the Venezuelan leader’s commitments should be viewed with skepticism. This potential for broken promises complicates any diplomatic efforts.
The geopolitical landscape further complicates potential negotiations. Venezuela maintains close alliances with Russia, China, Iran, and Cuba, which officials say protects Maduro and limits the U.S.’s ability to force a change in leadership. U.S. officials also suggest that Cuban advisors could intervene if Maduro were to concede to pressure from Washington.
EE UU intensifica presión sobre Venezuela
This development comes as reports emerge that the White House’s pressure campaign against the Maduro government – which has included a significant military deployment in the Caribbean since August – has entered a new phase involving covert actions. The move underscores the escalating tensions between the two countries.
On Monday, the State Department designated the Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), linking the group to the upper echelons of the Venezuelan military and government. You can find more information about the designation here.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a notice on Friday urging commercial flights to “exercise extreme caution” when flying over Venezuela and the southern Caribbean due to the “potentially hazardous situation” resulting from increased military activity in the region.
