Thekabarnews.com – An official statement released on Saturday said that the United States had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. President Donald Trump called it a “large-scale U.S. military operation.”
The White House said that the operation involved U.S. military forces and federal law enforcement. They worked together. The statement said that Maduro was arrested in Venezuela. He was then flown out of the country. Officials in the U.S. said there would be a formal news conference. It would provide additional information about the operation, its legal basis, and what will happen next.
Since 2013, Maduro has been in charge of Venezuela. He has been the target of U.S. sanctions for a long time. Washington has accused him of corruption and widespread violations of human rights. They claim he rigged elections. Additionally, there are accusations of connections to criminal groups that operate across borders.
The U.S. government has also put sanctions on people close to Maduro. They have recognized the opposition leadership in Venezuela as the country’s legitimate representatives for years.
If confirmed, the detention would be the most direct and important action the U.S. has taken against the Venezuelan government in decades. It raises tensions between Washington and Caracas to a whole new level.
Global reactions and regional implications
People all over the world are likely to react quickly. Venezuela has some of the largest proven oil reserves in the world. It is an important part of keeping politics and the economy stable in Latin America.
Analysts said that the event could have immediate diplomatic consequences. It might affect energy markets and lead to emergency meetings among international groups.
As more information about the operation comes out, financial markets, global oil prices, and security in the region are likely to become more unstable.
Maduro, who firmly ruled Venezuela for over 12 years, is no longer in control. This could create a power vacuum in the country.
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