US President Donald Trump expressed satisfaction with the progress in US-Venezuela relations, highlighting cooperation on oil shipments and diplomatic engagement. Trump mentioned that Venezuela had requested the US to accept a significant oil shipment, valued at around $4.2 billion, which is currently en route to the United States. He also hinted at potential meetings with Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez and opposition leader Maria Corina Machado in the near future.
Trump noted the interest of oil companies in Venezuela but criticized ExxonMobil for its response, stating that they were being too cautious. He assured energy firms of safety and stability in their operations, attributing past challenges to previous US leadership. Additionally, Trump alluded to broader regional diplomacy efforts, including discussions with Cuba, without providing specific details.
In a social media post, Trump emphasized a halt to oil and money flow from Venezuela to Cuba and indicated the involvement of the US military in maintaining a distance between the two nations. He asserted that Venezuela no longer required protection from oppressive forces and highlighted the US military’s commitment to safeguarding the country.
