Trump Says Maduro Captured in U.S. Strike on Venezuela
President Trump claimed on Truth Social that US forces struck Venezuela, capturing Maduro and his wife, with Caracas yet to respond.
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Trump Claims US Forces Captured Venezuelan President Maduro
President Trump said the U.S. conducted a major strike in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, and flying them out, according to a Truth Social post.
US Strikes Venezuela at Dawn: Caracas Rocked by Early-Morning Blasts
US forces struck multiple Venezuelan states early Jan 3, prompting international condemnation and raising concerns over oil markets and regional stability.
Smoke Fills Caracas’ La Carlota Airport After Explosions
Smoke rises over Caracas’ La Carlota airport after explosions and low-flying aircraft were reported today, with details still coming in.
Explosions Rattle Caracas Early Saturday Morning 🚨
Early Saturday, residents in Caracas heard large explosions; cause remains unclear as videos show smoke rising over the capital.
Maduro Denies Second Trump Call, Urges Peace in New Year
Venezuela’s President Maduro denied a second call with US President Trump during a Jan 1 interview, calling for peaceful relations and highlighting economic gains in his New Year’s Eve address.
Dominica President Urges US to Return to Dialogue Over Caribbean Deployment
Dominica’s President Sylvanie Burton urges the US to halt military deployments in the southern Caribbean and return to dialogue, calling for respect for sovereignty and regional peace.
UN Security Council urges de-escalation in Venezuela tensions
UN Security Council members call for respect of the UN Charter and restraint to prevent further escalation in Venezuela, urging dialogue over blockades and upholding international law.
China Urges US to Stop ‘Anti-Venezuela’ Campaign at UN
China’s UN envoy Sun Lei urged the US to end its anti-Venezuela campaign, citing sovereignty breaches and calling for peace in Latin America and the Caribbean.
China urges respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty at UN session
China urged respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty at an emergency UN Security Council meeting on Dec 23, calling on the US to halt unilateral actions and ease tensions.