Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro stated on September 15th, 2025, at approximately 6:00 PM UTC that communications with the United States have been "thrown in the trash," signaling a severe deterioration in bilateral relations. This declaration comes amid heightened concerns within Maduro's government regarding a potential US military offensive. Maduro's government has expressed a firm conviction that a US military action against its regime is imminent, dismissing current events as mere negotiation tactics. This belief emerged during the reporting window of September 15th, 2025, between 5:03 PM and 6:03 PM UTC. This escalation in perceived threats follows claims that the Bolivarian Navy is currently deployed. However, a video circulated earlier on September 15th, reportedly created with AI, was used to depict the "Navy Bolivarina" to boost morale, according to sources reporting on the situation. The authenticity of the original naval deployment imagery is being questioned. The specific motivations behind the perceived US military action were not detailed, but Maduro's government has historically expressed skepticism regarding US intentions, as noted in previous reports. The government's conviction suggests a significant escalation in perceived threats from the United States.
