Trump Says He Canceled ‘Second Wave’ Attack On Venezuela

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela appeared to ease in recent days following a period of heightened strain. President Donald Trump posted comments on Truth Social praising what he described as a “smart gesture” by Venezuela.

This is a marked shift in tone less than a week after a U.S.-backed operation captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The operation triggered strong condemnation from Maduro’s government and its allies.

Trump’s remarks suggested a potential cooling of relations, at least temporarily, after days of escalating rhetoric between Washington and Caracas, the Western Journal reported.

“Venezuela is releasing large numbers of political prisoners as a sign of ‘Seeking Peace,’” Trump began. “This is a very important and smart gesture. The U.S.A. and Venezuela are working well together, especially as it pertains to rebuilding, in a much bigger, better, and more modern form, their oil and gas infrastructure.”

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