US president sent a ‘blunt message’ to his South American counterpart, sources say

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Donald Trump reportedly gave Nicolás Maduro an ultimatum to relinquish power immediately during their recent call - but Venezuela’s authoritarian leader declined, demanding a “global amnesty” for himself and allies.

On Sunday, the US president confirmed the call had taken place, telling reporters: “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly, it was a phone call.”

Source: Guardian - World News