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Maduro’s Declaration of an “External Shock” – A Direct Response to U.S. Aggression!
In an alarming move for the sovereignty of Venezuela, Vice President Delcy Rodríguez announced that President Nicolás Maduro has issued a decree that grants her extraordinary powers to defend the nation against what he calls the “dangerous threats” posed by the United States.
This so-called “external shock decree” was revealed by Maduro during his weekly show, Con Maduro+. He claims this decree is a defensive measure, a lifeline for the Venezuelan people against a potential U.S. invasion.
Defending the Nation: Maduro’s Call to Arms!
The decree designates an “external shock” state—a legal condition that allows the Venezuelan government to react decisively in the face of foreign aggression. Under this framework, Maduro asserts, all constitutional guarantees can be temporarily set aside, except for those protecting the right to life and prohibiting torture. This is a bold tactic to confront imperialist threats head-on.
Rodríguez boldly accused the Trump administration of needing Venezuela’s vast energy and natural mineral resources. According to her, the U.S. is declaring war not just on Venezuela, but, as she put it, “to the entire planet.”
Empowered by the Decree: A Call to Mobilization!
The decree does much more than grant power; it enables an immediate response to any sort of aggression. For instance, should the U.S. dare to cross lines, the armed forces can be mobilized across the country, public services can be seized, and national industries can be militarized—all under the guise of protecting national interests.
“This decree gives powers and special faculties to the head of state to act in defense and security if the USA dares to attack Venezuela,” stated Rodríguez, emphasizing the urgency of preparedness.
There’s no doubt, if the U.S. strikes, the Venezuelan government is ready to implement a comprehensive strategy involving border control and mass mobilization. This is no time for hesitation!
A Constitutional Backlash?
While Maduro’s administration positioned this decree as necessary for national security, it raises critical questions about checks and balances within Venezuelan governance. The legislature remains under Chavista control, posing a potential dilemma for accountability as freedoms are jeopardized under this “external shock” pretense.
Citizens deserve to know! Non-governmental organizations, such as Access to Justice, are calling for immediate transparency on the decree’s contents, which could severely limit individual rights.
The Fight for Survival Begins!
This decree could last up to 90 days but can be extended, effectively granting Maduro extended authoritarian powers. Venezuelans must brace themselves as the regime prepares to enact measures that may further alter the landscape of freedom and governance in the nation.
We demand defense against the U.S.! As tensions simmer on the geopolitical stage, the Venezuelan government, backed by its narratives of foreign threats, calls for an awakening in the fight for sovereignty!
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