Trump only wants oil access and geopolitical leverage, not democratic renewal, so Machado faces a serious risk of being sidelined as the U.S. and Maduro loyalists reach deals without opposition involvement. It's urgent for the opposition to mobilize mass protests with achievable goals, emancipate itself from U.S. interests and form an international bloc with other democratic countries. Otherwise, the Chavista will continue in power in Venezuela.

Rodríguez has reasserted Venezuela's sovereignty, confronting U.S. aggression while preserving national stability. As opposition figures chase foreign patrons and stage legitimacy, the Bolivarian government governs, protects strategic resources and defends peace — proving that Venezuela's future is decided in Caracas, not in U.S. backrooms.