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Trump warns Maduro to “not play tough”; Venezuelan leader fires back
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro while announcing the construction of two new American warships, escalating already strained relations between Washington and Caracas.
Speaking during the announcement, Trump suggested that Maduro should consider stepping aside, adding that “it would be wise for Maduro to leave” and warning that if the Venezuelan leader “plays tough, it will be the last time he can play tough.” The remarks were widely interpreted as a direct threat and quickly drew a response from Caracas.
Addressing the issue on Venezuelan state television, President Maduro dismissed Trump’s comments and urged him to focus on domestic matters. “It would be better for him to focus more on his country and not on Venezuela,” Maduro said. He added that Trump should concentrate on economic and social challenges at home rather than intervening in the affairs of other nations.
The exchange reflects persistent diplomatic tensions between the United States and Venezuela, marked by years of political confrontation, sanctions, and hostile rhetoric. While no immediate actions followed the statements, analysts note that such verbal escalations can further complicate already fragile relations between the two countries.
