Trump elaborated that the U.S. and Venezuela were collaborating to rebuild Venezuela's oil and gas infrastructure, which he described as a "very important and smart gesture." He did not provide specific details regarding the planned attacks or their intended targets.

The claim comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, particularly concerning the legitimacy of the Venezuelan government and its human rights record. The U.S. has previously imposed sanctions on Venezuela, targeting its oil industry and government officials.

Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, is scheduled to meet with Trump next week. The meeting suggests continued U.S. interest in Venezuelan politics and potential support for opposition forces.

The U.S. maintains a significant naval presence in the region, according to Trump, which will remain despite the cancellation of the alleged attacks. The purpose of this naval presence was not explicitly stated, but it could be interpreted as a show of force or a means of monitoring the situation in Venezuela.

The Venezuelan government has not yet issued an official response to Trump's claims. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected as the scheduled meeting between Trump and Machado approaches.