Maduro Captured by US Forces

On January 3, 2026, U.S. forces conducted a large-scale military strike on Venezuela, including airstrikes in Caracas, culminating in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. President Donald Trump announced the operation's success, stating the couple was flown out and transferred to the USS Iwo Jima en route to New York to face U.S. charges of narco-terrorism, drug trafficking, and weapons violations (from a 2020 indictment).

Trump declared the U.S. would temporarily "run" Venezuela until a stable transition, while emphasizing involvement in its oil sector. The action followed months of escalating pressure over disputed elections and alleged drug ties. International reactions varied, with condemnations from some nations over sovereignty violations. Reports from major outlets like CNN, The Guardian, and AP confirm the events.

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