Frictions involving Venezuela Intensify Following Purported Final Offer from Trump to Venezuela's Leader.

Sources indicate that ex-President Trump conveyed a blunt ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro: leave the presidency – and exit the country – at once.

As stated in reports, the U.S. leader allegedly conducted a telephone conversation with his South American counterpart, who is the target of a sustained diplomatic offensive that has featured a major naval deployment off Venezuela's northern coast.

"You have the chance to protect yourself and those closest to you, but you must depart from the nation right away," Trump reportedly said, promising assured transit for Maduro, his wife and his son "conditional on he consented to step down without delay."

Nevertheless, the Venezuelan president allegedly declined to resign immediately and reportedly made a series of conditions, including global immunity from prosecution and the right to cede political control while maintaining control of the military.

Recent Escalation in Long-Running Two-Nation Tensions

This exchange constitutes the most recent heightening of strains between the Washington and Caracas. On Monday, Trump allegedly held talks with his senior security officials to discuss the Venezuelan crisis, though details of that meeting were not revealed.

Key Points from the Alleged Exchange

• Ultimatum: Instant resignation and departure from the country for Maduro and his closest relatives.
• Alleged Declination: Maduro supposedly turned down the terms for a swift exit.
• Requests: Reportedly requested global amnesty and ongoing authority over the army.
• Broader Context: This occurs during a wider American pressure campaign aimed at ousting the Venezuelan government.

When questioned about the call, Trump reportedly stating, "I can't say it went well or badly, it was a telephone conversation." Neither the U.S. nor Venezuelan administrations have provided further information about the topics discussed during the highly unusual exchange, which is believed to have taken place in the latter part of November.