Is this the end for the Venezuelan dictator, or just a war of attrition? Rumors that Nicolás Maduro is preparing to flee to Brazil have raised alarms on a geopolitical board that seems increasingly uncontrollable.
While the official narrative tries to maintain a facade of absolute control, pressure from international courts and shifts in Washington’s stance place Maduro at a critical crossroads. Reports indicate that a federal judge in New York’s Southern District is gathering evidence, using testimony from key figures like Carvajal, suggesting that arrest warrants by 2026 could become an unavoidable reality. However, skepticism prevails: is Maduro truly "mature" enough to flee into exile, or is he waiting to see how close the bull gets?
The implications go beyond Caracas. There is growing concern about a domino effect in Spanish politics, linking figures such as José Luis Zapatero, whose closeness to the Maduro regime is a constant topic of debate. If the executive falls, the international support structure in Madrid will also be seriously compromised. For now, the Venezuelan population continues to wait for a change that dissolves amidst war propaganda and promises of oil prosperity that never quite materialize.
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