Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro called the recent incidents between Venezuela and the United States an “aggression” by the U.S., not just a moment of tension between the two countries. He spoke during a press conference on Monday.
Maduro said that there is currently no communication between the Venezuelan and U.S. governments. He added that earlier attempts at dialogue had been damaged and are now “thrown away.”
His comments came after a U.S. military strike in the Caribbean earlier this month. The attack killed 11 people and sank a Venezuelan boat. The U.S. government said the vessel was carrying illegal drugs.
Maduro accused the Trump administration of trying to justify what he called a “criminal attack” on Venezuela. He painted the action as part of a broader attempt to target his country, rather than an isolated incident.
These remarks highlight the ongoing tensions between the two nations. Analysts say Maduro’s statements are aimed at both a domestic audience and international observers, emphasising Venezuela’s stance against U.S. actions.