Frictions with Venezuela Rise Following Purported Final Offer from Trump to Nicolás Maduro.

Sources indicate that ex-President Donald Trump delivered a direct ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro: abandon power – and flee the nation – at once.

Per reports, the American president allegedly held a phone call with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a months-long pressure campaign that has featured a significant naval deployment off Venezuela's Caribbean coast.

"You have the chance to save yourself and your inner circle, but you need to depart from the nation now," Trump reportedly stated, promising assured transit for Maduro, his spouse and his son "only if he agreed to resign without delay."

However, the Venezuelan president allegedly refused to step down right then and reportedly made a series of conditions, such as worldwide immunity from prosecution and the right to cede political control while maintaining command of the armed forces.

Latest Escalation in Persistent Bilateral Tensions

This exchange marks the most recent heightening of strains between the Washington and Caracas. Earlier this week, Trump allegedly held talks with his top national security advisers to review the Venezuelan crisis, though specifics of that discussion have not been made public.

Key Details from the Reported Conversation

• Final Offer: Prompt departure from power and exile for Maduro and his closest relatives.
• Reported Rejection: Maduro did not accept the terms for a rapid exit.
• Counter-Demands: Sought protection from prosecution worldwide and continued authority over the military.
• Broader Context: This takes place amid a broader U.S.-led pressure campaign aimed at removing the Venezuelan administration.

Upon being asked about the call, Trump reportedly remarking, "I wouldn't say it went well or badly, it was a phone call." Neither the American nor Venezuelan governments have offered additional information about the subjects discussed during the extraordinary exchange, which reportedly occurred in the latter part of November.