Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced a state of emergency declaration for the nation, signaling a heightened response to escalating tensions with the United States. In a televised address, Maduro asserted expanded powers for the military, granting it significant authority over essential services and the country’s oil industry. He emphasized the need to protect Venezuelan interests and safeguard the nation’s stability. The move comes as the US has repeatedly expressed concerns about Maduro’s leadership and recent actions, leading to increased political and economic instability within the country.
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