On January 3, massive explosions 💥 rocked Caracas when the US military launched a series of strikes and arrested President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
The couple is now held at a New York detention center, awaiting their court appearance this Monday, January 5, on alleged drug-related charges.
On January 4, US President Donald Trump warned that Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, would “pay a very big price” if she continued to refuse cooperation with the US.
The raid has sent shockwaves 🌎 through the international community. Numerous governments have condemned the use of force against a sovereign state and its head of state, calling the action unprecedented and deeply troubling.
Stay tuned for updates on this high-stakes standoff. 🔔
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Live: Latest updates following U.S. military action against Venezuela
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