Maduro open to US talks, does not address dock attack

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro expressed openness to negotiating with the US on drug trafficking, amidst ongoing sanctions and military actions against his government. In a recent interview, he emphasized the need for serious dialogue while alleging that the US aims to destabilize his regime to access Venezuela’s oil reserves. Despite calls for cooperation, he noted the US’s military strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats, which have resulted in casualties. Tensions escalated following a reported CIA-led attack on Venezuelan soil targeting drug operations.

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