Don't be egged on by Trump's mad acts: Venezuela's Maduro tells Italy, Europe

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has urged Italy and other European countries not to be led on by "the mad acts" of US president Donald Trump and to adopt a neutral stance over the standoff. "To Italy and Europe, I say don't be egged on by Trump's mad acts," Maduro told SkyTG24 on Monday. "Europe must maintain a balanced and respectful position," Maduro said.

(With inputs from agencies.)