Trump Touts Strong US-Venezuela Ties Amid Oil Diplomacy

President Donald Trump praised the US relationship with Venezuela, announcing plans to visit the country and recognizing Delcy Rodriguez as an interim leader. Amid efforts to boost oil deals, Trump asserted a 'very good' partnership, despite past discrepancies over Rodriguez's governmental legitimacy.

President Donald Trump highlighted the strong relationship between the United States and Venezuela, expressing his intention to visit the country. His remarks followed the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and signaled efforts to enhance oil trade agreements.

While Trump praised Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodriguez, he confirmed the US's cooperative efforts with her. However, he did not reveal further details about the visit and acknowledged the complexity of recognizing Rodriguez's government.

In contrast, Rodriguez maintains that Nicolas Maduro is Venezuela's legitimate president. Trump emphasized that determining Rodriguez's future role lies in the hands of the Venezuelan people.

(With inputs from agencies.)