US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Major Military Strike

US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Major Military Strike

In a dramatic escalation of tensions in Latin America, US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that United States forces conducted a large-scale strike on Venezuela, resulting in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, who were reportedly flown out of the country.

Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, stating that the operation targeted strategic locations across Venezuela, marking a significant move against Maduro’s government. He said he would provide more details during a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida later on Saturday.

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Eyewitnesses reported explosions and plumes of smoke in Caracas, alongside low-flying aircraft and temporary power outages, as residents were forced to evacuate streets in fear. The Venezuelan government has condemned the strikes as an act of US military aggression, declaring a state of emergency and urging citizens to resist foreign intervention.

This development follows months of heightened US-Venezuela tensions, including sanctions, naval blockades, and military operations against alleged drug-trafficking networks linked to Venezuelan territory. Critics have raised concerns about the legality of the operation and potential consequences for regional stability.

International reactions have started emerging, with regional leaders calling for de-escalation and diplomatic engagement, while Caracas accuses the US of seeking regime change to gain control over Venezuela’s oil and natural resources. Casualty figures remain unconfirmed, and the situation continues to evolve as governments and international observers monitor the crisis.

US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Major Military Strike