US 'Attack' on Venezuela: Trump's Real Target Revealed? Maduro Captured in Caracas

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News18•05-01-2026, 18:57
US 'Attack' on Venezuela: Trump's Real Target Revealed? Maduro Captured in Caracas
- •Venezuela holds the world's largest proven crude oil reserves (303 billion barrels), accounting for 20% of the global total.
- •US President Trump's administration accused Maduro of drug/weapon smuggling, threatening US security, and being an illegitimate leader.
- •Maduro claimed the US wanted to seize Venezuela's oil resources, using pretexts like sanctions and military activities.
- •US forces launched 'Operation Absolute Resolve' in Caracas, capturing Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
- •Venezuela's rich oil resources are now perceived as a 'great danger' to the country.
Why It Matters: US operation in Venezuela, allegedly targeting Maduro, is linked to the country's vast oil reserves.
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