03/01/2026
on January 3, 2026, the United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
President Donald Trump announced early Saturday morning that U.S. forces carried out a "large-scale strike" in Venezuela, during which Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured and flown out of the country.
Key Details of the Operation:
* The Capture: The operation was reportedly carried out by the U.S. Army’s Delta Force, an elite special operations unit. It involved strikes on military and strategic targets in Caracas.
* Legal Basis: U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that Maduro and his wife were indicted in the Southern District of New York. The charges include narco-terrorism conspiracy, co***ne importation, and possession of machine guns.
* Current Status: Maduro is reportedly in U.S. custody and is expected to stand trial on American soil. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that the U.S. does not anticipate further military action now that Maduro is in custody.
