Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 11/19/25: Maduro Ready for 'Face-To-Face' Talks With US, Israel Bombs Palestinian Camp in Lebanon, and More
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Nov 19, 2025 Maduro is surprisingly open to direct talks with the U.S., amid ongoing deportations of Venezuelans. Tensions escalate in the Middle East, with Israeli airstrikes resulting in casualties in a Palestinian camp in Lebanon. Ecuadorians are taking a stand against U.S. military bases, while Mexico firmly rejects U.S. intervention against cartels. In Ukraine, ATACMS have been used to hit Russian territory, showcasing a significant shift in the conflict. The diplomatic landscape is shifting rapidly, with ripple effects felt worldwide.
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Maduro Open To Direct Talks
- Nicolás Maduro says he's willing to hold face-to-face talks with U.S. officials despite U.S. covert actions and threats.
- He frames U.S. leaks and covert approvals as a psychological campaign pushing Trump toward war with Venezuela.
Ecuador Rejects U.S. Bases
- Ecuador rejected measures to allow U.S. military bases with about 60% voting against them.
- President Daniel Noboa accepted the result but still said he will keep fighting drug trafficking with available tools.
Mexico Says No To U.S. Intervention
- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly rejected U.S. military intervention against cartels.
- She emphasized collaboration on intelligence while insisting foreign forces must not operate on Mexican territory.