Daily brief
A retired US Air Force Command chief master sergeant stated that Iran, Venezuela, and Greenland possess resources desired by President Trump. This comes as Trump is set to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, while the government of Nicolás Maduro reportedly blocked a prisoner release following a call from Trump.
Venezuela has released several foreign prisoners, including an Israeli-Argentinian businessman and Italian citizens, who have returned home. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed the release and spoke with the freed individual.
Russia countered Trump's assertion regarding oil in Venezuela, while Venezuela's acting president responded to Trump calling himself the country's 'acting president' (ongoing coverage).
The Italian Senate heard a report on the situation in Venezuela, and a Mexican lawmaker met with the Venezuelan ambassador.