Venezuela's Maduro 'ready to talk' as US ramps up pressure

Published: 11/18/2025
Venezuela's Maduro 'ready to talk' as US ramps up pressure
Venezuelan President Maduro is open to face-to-face talks with the Trump administration as US pressure intensifies. The US has accused Maduro of leading a drug cartel and is considering deploying ground forces to Venezuela. With increasing pressure and military actions, including a counternarcotics operation, there is speculation about the US's intentions towards Maduro's government.