Maduro Vows Venezuela Will Continue Trading Oil Despite US Blockade

Venezuela's Stance on Oil Exports

• 🚀 Venezuela will continue trading all its products, upholding the spirit of its liberators against foreign exploitation.
• 💡 The nation's natural resources, including oil, belong to the sovereign people of Venezuela by constitutional decree.

Accusations Against the United States

• 🇺🇸 President Maduro accused the United States of colonial aggression and pretension.
• 🗣️ He stated that the US government claims ownership of Venezuelan oil, minerals, and land, demanding their immediate return.
• ⚠️ This is described as a militaristic and colonialist claim that will never succeed.

International Law and UN Engagement

• 🤝 Maduro reported speaking with the UN Secretary-General António Guterres about the escalating US threats and aggressions.
• ⚖️ He emphasized that international law, including the UN Charter, protects Venezuela and makes it illegal to impede free naval trade.

Regime Change and Sovereignty

• 🎯 The US is accused of seeking regime change in Venezuela to install a puppet government.
• 🚫 Maduro firmly stated that Venezuela will never be a colony of any nation or entity.
• 📜 He held up a "sacred letter," implying a commitment to the nation's constitution and sovereignty.