Maduro from prison: 'We welcome every effort for dialogue'

From his New York prison cell, former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has expressed support for upcoming dialogue talks between the government and the opposition. Maduro, who was reportedly arrested by the U.S. military in early January, stated that he welcomes "every effort for dialogue."

In a message posted on his official Telegram account, Maduro emphasized the importance of mutual respect in national reconciliation. "To speak of NATIONAL RECONCILIATION as a common goal means to speak of mutual respect. We welcome every effort for dialogue that contributes to establishing peace, coexistence, and meeting among Venezuelans," he wrote.

The dialogue is scheduled to commence next week, with the United States overseeing the process. Many observers hope these talks will pave the way for a political transition and new elections in Venezuela. Maduro's statement from detention signals a potential willingness to engage, though the specifics of the negotiations and their potential outcomes remain uncertain.