Elon Musk, a vocal supporter of the American operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro, has now extended his support to the Venezuelan populace following Maduro's ousting.
According to Western Journal, Musk's company, Starlink, announced on X that it is "providing free broadband service to the people of Venezuela through February 3, ensuring continued connectivity." Musk further expressed his solidarity by stating, "In support of the people of Venezuela," on the same platform. Prior to this announcement, Musk had dined with President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, as reported by The Hill.
On the day of the raid, Musk took to X to express optimism for Venezuela's future, stating, "Venezuela can now have the prosperity it deserves." He also congratulated President Trump, saying, "This is a win for the world and a clear message to evil dictators everywhere."
Despite President Trump's strong encouragement for Maduro's loyalists to cooperate with the United States, Venezuela remains engulfed in uncertainty, as highlighted by CNN. Judith Ledezma, a resident near an airbase targeted in the U.S. raid, expressed her apprehension about the nation's future. "We have no idea what our fate will be now with this new situation," she said, adding, "I am completely in the dark. I have no idea what is going to happen to the country, to us."
Recalling the attack, Ledezma remarked, "I thought it was an earthquake. I got scared and came running out with my daughter and the dog."
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez initially criticized the United States on Saturday but adopted a more conciliatory tone on Sunday, as reported by Reuters. She addressed President Trump, stating, "Our peoples and our region deserve peace and dialogue, not war." Rodriguez extended an olive branch, inviting the U.S. government to collaborate on a "cooperative agenda, oriented toward shared development, within the framework of international law, and to strengthen lasting community coexistence," according to The New York Times.
President Trump, however, remained firm, warning that "if she doesnt do whats right, she is going to pay a very big price."
The unfolding situation in Venezuela underscores the complexities of international diplomacy and the challenges of transitioning from authoritarian rule. While Musk's technological support offers a lifeline to Venezuelans, the path to stability and prosperity remains fraught with uncertainty.
As the nation navigates this pivotal moment, the role of global powers and influential figures like President Trump and Elon Musk will be closely scrutinized. The future of Venezuela hangs in the balance, with the potential for both cooperation and conflict shaping its destiny.
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