According to information given to Al Jazeera by a US official, Trump's openness to direct talks with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is evaluated as a signal of a possible tactical change in Washington's Caracas policy. This step has brought to the agenda the possibility of a new approach after years of sanctions and a maximum pressure strategy.
The editorial office reports that the Trump administration's openness to direct dialogue may indicate that the US is exploring new agreement opportunities regarding political transition, access to the oil sector, and regional security issues in Venezuela. According to the official statement, the progress of the process will be evaluated and a decision will be made accordingly.
It is reported that this approach also draws attention against the backdrop of today's leaks about "the US may start secret operations in Venezuela." This indicates that Washington is considering using both pressure tools and diplomatic channels simultaneously.