Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez has denied U.S. president Donald Trump’s claim that the United States is now in control of the country, insisting that Venezuela remains governed by its own authorities.
Rodríguez’s statement followed Trump’s announcement that Venezuela would hand over tens of millions of barrels of oil to the U.S., with proceeds managed by Washington. Rodríguez responded defiantly, stressing national sovereignty—while declaring days of mourning for those killed in recent U.S. strikes.
Meanwhile, supporters of Nicolás Maduro have taken to the streets demanding his release. Maduro and his wife have pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges in a New York court, as political uncertainty in Venezuela continues to grow.
