U.S. Energy Secretary: Venezuela's Acting President May Visit the U.S. to Meet Trump
Sputnik News, Washington, February 13 - U.S. Energy Secretary Wright stated that Venezuela's acting president Rodriguez may visit the United States at some point and hold talks with President Trump, but did not disclose specific dates.
CNN cited Wright's remarks during his first visit to Venezuela, stating: "Rodriguez may visit the United States at some point."
Wright also told the television station that during his meeting with Rodriguez on February 11, they discussed the plan for her talks with Trump.
The U.S. launched a large-scale strike against Venezuela on January 3, arresting President Maduro and his wife Flores and bringing them to New York. The U.S. government stated that the two were linked to drug terrorism. Rodriguez became the acting president of Venezuela, previously serving as the vice president of the country.
The Russian Foreign Ministry expressed support for the Venezuelan people, called for the release of Maduro and his wife, and urged to avoid further escalation of the situation. China called for the immediate release of Maduro and his wife, emphasizing that the U.S. action violated international law.
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