US signals conditional engagement with Venezuela
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Moneycontrol04-01-2026, 21:48

Rubio: US Ready to Work with Venezuela's Leaders Post-Maduro if 'Right Decision' Made

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the US is prepared to work with Venezuela's remaining leaders following the removal of Nicolas Maduro.
  • Maduro was captured by US commandos in Caracas and now faces narcotrafficking and weapons charges in New York.
  • Rubio's remarks softened President Trump's earlier statements about the US 'running' Venezuela and potential military intervention.
  • The US will assess leaders based on their future actions, not past statements, and is open to working with acting president Delcy Rodriguez.
  • Rubio emphasized avoiding nation-building and maintaining leverage through a naval presence and oil embargo.

Why It Matters: US offers conditional cooperation with Venezuela's new leadership after Maduro's capture, softening prior rhetoric.

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