Trump later said the U.S. would temporarily “run” Venezuela until a “safe, proper and judicious transition” could be ensured, stressing that Washington would not allow another leadership change that it believed would harm Venezuelans.
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Trump: Maduro Captured, US to 'Run' Venezuela; Rejects Putin's Drone Claim

  • US President Donald Trump confirmed the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in Caracas, stating they face drug trafficking charges in New York.
  • Trump defended "Operation Absolute Resolve" in Venezuela, denying oil interests and citing "peace on Earth" and the Monroe Doctrine for US intervention.
  • The US will temporarily "run" Venezuela to ensure a "safe, proper and judicious transition" after Maduro's capture.
  • Trump rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin’s claim of a Ukrainian drone attack on his residence, stating US assessments did not support the allegation.
  • Separately, dense fog disrupted air traffic in Delhi, delaying flights, while air quality remained poor with AQI at 256 in ITO and 294 near Akshardham.

Why It Matters: Trump confirms Maduro's capture, US intervention in Venezuela, and refutes Putin's drone claim.

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