UPDATE: Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that the United States will not govern Venezuela, despite President Donald Trump‘s earlier assertion that the U.S. would “run everything” following the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro. This critical clarification comes just hours after Trump’s controversial comments during a flight aboard Air Force One.
Rubio’s statements, made on Sunday during various TV interviews, aimed to ease concerns over potential long-term U.S. intervention in Venezuela. He emphasized that the U.S. will enforce an existing “oil quarantine” rather than assume direct governance. This response appears to seek to mitigate fears of a repeat of past foreign interventions that have ended in prolonged conflict.
Meanwhile, the situation in Venezuela remains tense yet calm. As the nation grapples with the implications of Maduro’s ousting, legal experts anticipate that the former leader may challenge his arrest on drug charges in a New York court. This legal battle could revive discussions on the sovereignty of foreign leaders, reminiscent of the Manuel Noriega trial, though experts suggest that Maduro’s claims of immunity are unlikely to succeed due to the U.S. not recognizing him as the legitimate leader.
Amid these developments, President Trump has also reignited discussions about the U.S. taking control of Greenland, raising eyebrows internationally. His comments, alongside Rubio’s, indicate a broader strategy for increased American influence in the Western Hemisphere, drawing attention from both allies and adversaries.
As the situation unfolds, observers are left wondering about the implications for U.S. foreign policy and its impact on regional stability. The administration’s aggressive posture raises questions: Who is next on the U.S. agenda?
This developing story is being closely monitored, with significant ramifications for both U.S. and Venezuelan interests. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation evolves.
