The U.S. President was planning a second assault on Venezuela.
U.S. President Donald Trump appears to be increasingly out of control, pointedly stating that he does not "need International Law" and that the only thing that can stop him is his own sense of morality. Following the invasion of Venezuela by American forces and the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro, Trump was preparing a new strike against the country, a revelation he made himself on Truth Social. "I cancelled the second wave of attacks, which it seems will not be needed," he wrote, though he noted that "all ships will remain in place for safety and protection."
Trump stated that the United States and Venezuela are cooperating well, adding that at least $100 billion will be invested by "Big Oil" companies in the country. At the same time, Trump’s plans for Venezuelan oil do not seem to have found a receptive audience back home. Even major oil corporations are demanding "serious guarantees" before returning to Venezuela, commenting that a single tweet can shift an entire foreign policy. Meanwhile, shale oil producers are reportedly furious, feeling they are being treated as a sacrifice.
Plans for a new attack on Venezuela
In his preferred manner—via social media posts—Trump made revelations about his foreign policy. On the morning of Friday (1/9/2026), he revealed the plan for a second attack on Venezuela. "Venezuela is releasing a large number of political prisoners as a sign of 'Seeking Peace.' This is a very important and smart move. The U.S. and Venezuela are working well together, especially regarding the reconstruction of their oil and gas infrastructure into a much larger, better, and more modern form."
"Due to this cooperation, I cancelled the previously expected second wave of attacks, which it seems will not be needed. However, all ships will remain in position for reasons of safety and protection. At least $100 billion will be invested by BIG OIL, and I will meet with all their representatives today at the White House. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" he wrote in his social media post.
Meanwhile, the Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, Dmitry Medvedev, referred to the possibility of a bloody ground invasion of Venezuela. "What happens if the current Venezuelan authorities are not willing to share (the oil) with the Americans for a long time? Will Trump actually start a ground operation? Congress would certainly be necessary—and it would be much bloodier than the brazen abduction of Maduro. Does the current government even need such a thing? It is doubtful," Medvedev wrote on Telegram.
No commitment to International Law
Statements made to the New York Times have caused shock, where the U.S. President signaled that he is not bound by International Law, as he possesses his own morality. Specifically, when asked if he sees any limit to his actions abroad, Donald Trump replied: "Yes, there is one thing. My own morality. My own mind. It is the only thing that can stop me."
"I don't need International Law," he told the New York Times. "I don't want to hurt anyone," the U.S. President assured. When asked if he believes the United States should adhere to international law, he said "yes," but added: "It depends on your definition of International Law."
The two scenarios for Maduro
The U.S. will either release the President of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, or he will become the "Latin American Nelson Mandela," stated the Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council, Dmitry Medvedev.
"And today there are only two scenarios: Either the U.S. will slowly release the abducted President of Venezuela under some plausible pretext (the probability is low), or he will become the new Latin American Mandela (the most likely). Then his name will be written in the annals of South American history alongside Bolívar, Miranda, and Chávez," Medvedev wrote on Telegram.
It is reminded that the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed solidarity with the people of Venezuela, calling for the release of Maduro and his wife, and urged for the prevention of further escalation. In Beijing, following Moscow's lead, officials also demanded the immediate release of Maduro and his wife, emphasizing that U.S. actions violate international law. The North Korean Foreign Ministry also criticized the U.S. actions.
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