Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he has canceled a planned second wave of military attacks against Venezuela, arguing that the South American country has shown signs of cooperation with Washington, making further escalation unnecessary.
In a post on his social media platform, Trump said that Venezuela released numerous political prisoners as a gesture of “seeking peace”, and noted that both nations are now “working well together,” particularly on the rebuilding of key oil and gas infrastructure, which he described as a “smart and important move.”
Despite the cancellation, Trump clarified that U.S. naval forces will remain in the region for security reasons and confirmed meetings with executives from major oil companies to promote investment in Venezuela’s energy sector.
The decision represents a shift in U.S. strategy following a recent military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the release of political figures as a goodwill gesture.
Does this mean tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela are over?
Not necessarily. While new attacks were halted, continued military presence and energy negotiations suggest the relationship remains complex and closely monitored.