Trump reportedly gave Maduro ultimatum to relinquish power in Venezuela
US president sent a ‘blunt message’ to his South American counterpart, sources sayHow the US campaign against Venezuela has unfolded in the CaribbeanDonald Trump reportedly gave Nicolás Maduro an ultimatum...
By Tom Phillips Latin America correspondent · The Guardian World
US president sent a ‘blunt message’ to his South American counterpart, sources say How the US campaign against Venezuela has unfolded in the Caribbean Donald Trump reportedly gave Nicolás Maduro an ultimatum to relinquish power immediately during their recent call – but Venezuela’s authoritarian leader declined, demanding a “global amnesty” for himself and allies. On Sunday, the US president confirmed the call had taken place, telling reporters: “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly, it was a phone call.” Continue reading...