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Trump: Will Meet with Venezuelan Interim President – 'Truly Good' Relations with Caracas After Maduro's Arrest

Published January 12, 2026, 05:09
Trump: Will Meet with Venezuelan Interim President – 'Truly Good' Relations with Caracas After Maduro's Arrest

President Donald Trump stated he is willing to meet with Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez, following the US military operation that led to the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. Trump mentioned that the United States is now cooperating “truly well” with Caracas, signaling a change in bilateral relations. The arrest of Maduro and the assumption of power by Rodríguez are seen by Washington as an opportunity for a fresh start in relations with Venezuela. The President's statement comes after a US military operation in Venezuela, which resulted in the capture of Maduro, who is to be tried on charges related to drug trafficking and terrorism. This development has provoked international reactions and geopolitical shifts in the region. Washington seeks to open a new chapter in its relations with Venezuela, after years of tension and sanctions. However, no specific schedule has been announced for a possible meeting between the two leaders. Trump's public statement is considered a clear political signal of recognition of the new situation in Caracas. The change in US attitude suggests an attempt to influence the political course of Venezuela and promote its interests in the region.