Nicolas Maduro This Wednesday confirmed that Talk on the phone with Donald Trump In a “friendly” way.While tensions are escalating between Venezuela and the United States due to Washington’s military deployment in the Caribbean and the air blockade imposed on Caracas.
“About ten days ago, From the White House they called it Miraflores Palace “I had a phone conversation with President Donald Trump,” the Chavista leader said.
He said that, to date, he has not mentioned the matter out of “caution” and because he does not like “microphone diplomacy.” “When there are important things, they should stay silent until they happen.“He added.
In an event broadcast by state broadcaster Venezolana de Televisión (VTV), Maduro said the conversation took place “in Respectful toneIt hopes that it represents a step “towards a respectful dialogue” between the two countries, which have not had diplomatic relations since 2019.
“I can say that the conversation took place in a tone of respect; it could even be said that it was friendly between the President of the United States and the President of Venezuela. If this call means that steps are being taken towards peace… Respectful dialogue from one state to another, and from one country to anotherHe explained, “We welcome dialogue, we welcome diplomacy, and we welcome peace.”
“Hello dialogue, hello diplomacy, hello peace. peace. Peace yes, war never ever in life“ “Hello dialogue, hello diplomacy, hello peace,” said Maduro, who often uses phrases in English during his public events. “Peace yes, war is never in life, never.”
“I believe that the path for the people of the United States and the people of Venezuela should be smooth The path of respect, diplomacy and dialogue. That’s all I’ll say because I love wisdom and respect God willing, everything will be fine for peace“And the independence, dignity and future of Venezuela.”
Trump was asked on Sunday aboard Air Force One whether he had spoken with Maduro. He replied: “The answer is yes,” but he avoided giving details: “I don’t want to comment on that.”
according to New York TimesThe first media person to reveal the call, the conversation It could have happened before November 24thWhen the classification of the Sun Cartel as a terrorist organization came into force.
Maduro has publicly expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with Trump and suggested holding the meeting “face to face.”
This week, the American Chancellor Marco Rubio He said in an interview with Fox News: “Maduro has broken every agreement he made. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try. “If a way could be found to stabilize the hemisphere, make Venezuela not a base for Iranian influence or Iranian activities against the United States, and prevent it from smuggling drugs or sending gang members like Tren de Aragua into our country, that would be great.”
Tensions have escalated between Caracas and Washington in recent days. On Saturday, Trump warned pilots and airlines not to consider Venezuelan airspace and its surrounding areas “closed,” amid a communications crisis in the South American country.
A few days ago, the president announced that the US armed forces would “very soon” begin arresting Venezuelan drug smugglers by land as well.