US President Donald Trump on Sunday confirmed he had spoken with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, offering no details about the call. Reports suggest they discussed a possible meeting, while Maduro’s temporary disappearance from public view fueled speculation. The US has increased pressure, warning of land-based operations against drug-trafficking networks and advising aircraft to avoid Venezuelan airspace. Venezuela denounced the warnings as colonialist threats. Meanwhile, questions grow over U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats, prompting investigations. Inside Venezuela, repression is deepening as both nations navigate a volatile mix of diplomacy, threats, and rising uncertainty.
