Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has confirmed that he held a 'sincere' phone conversation with former US President Donald Trump about ten days ago. Speaking on state television, Maduro said the discussion focused on resolving ongoing tensions between Washington and Caracas. Analysts view the conversation as a potential diplomatic opening to ease escalating tensions in the Caribbean region. Trump also acknowledged the call but refrained from providing further details, and the White House has not released any official statement. The dialogue comes amid a series of US military operations targeting suspected drug-carrying vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific, which have resulted in around 83 deaths. These actions are widely seen as part of Washington’s pressure campaign against Maduro’s government. The confirmation of direct communication between the two leaders marks a rare moment of engagement following years of strained relations between the United States and Venezuela.