On Monday, January 5, 2026, Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as acting president of Venezuela in Caracas, after President Nicolas Maduro was taken by force on January 3 during a U.S. military operation. 🎉🌎
At the ceremony, Rodriguez said: "I come with pain, because of the suffering that has been caused to the Venezuelan people, following an illegitimate military aggression against our homeland." Her words resonated with many who are watching Venezuela's future unfold.
She added: "I swear by the people of Venezuela not to rest even a minute to guarantee the peace of the Republic," calling for unity to defend the country "in these terrible hours of threat to the stability and peace of the nation." 🤝🕊️
The unexpected U.S. strikes in the early hours of January 3 led to Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, being detained and flown to New York. The operation has sparked widespread debate and condemnation across the globe.
This rapid shift in Venezuela's leadership is a reminder of how global power moves can happen in an instant—and how unity and resilience can shape a nation's future. Stay informed, stay curious! 📱✨
Reference(s):
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