Former U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed having a conversation with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The disclosure coincides with Trump’s continued use of harsh rhetoric toward Venezuela, even as he acknowledges direct contact with its leader.
According to reports, the phone conversation took place in a period of strained relations between Washington and Caracas. Trump reiterated his past criticism of Venezuela’s government but expressed openness to dialogue under certain circumstances. The brief exchange received attention due to the contrast between Trump’s prior hardline stance and the fact of a direct discussion.
Observers noted that the confirmation could signal a nuanced shift from previous U.S. diplomatic isolation toward limited engagement. Analysts suggested the call might influence future approaches to Venezuela, though no immediate policy changes have been announced.
"We did have a conversation. It was direct and brief," Trump reportedly said.
Trump acknowledged a short phone call with Venezuela’s President Maduro, highlighting a rare direct contact amid his otherwise tough stance on the regime.