The Trump administration is reportedly considering a series of potential military actions against Venezuela.

A US federal agent reportedly attempted to persuade Maduro’s personal pilot to defect and deliver the president into American custody.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has expressed Iran’s solidarity with the people of Venezuela amid heightened tensions with the United States, denouncing the latter's unilateral and bullying actions against other states.

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has warned that his country will shift from politics to “armed struggle” if the United States launches an attack.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has strongly condemned the United States’ aggressive actions against Venezuela, following Washington’s large naval buildup near the Latin American country’s territorial waters.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi of Iran says the US military buildup in the region contradicts Washington’s call for diplomacy to reach a deal with Tehran.

Iran has warned against the “provocative” buildup of American forces in the Persian Gulf, saying the move comes at a time when regional countries are improving their relations.