Venezuela's Vice President Delcy Rodriguez (left) takes an oath as interim president in front of National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez (right) and Deputy Nicolas Maduro Guerra (centre) during a session of the National Assembly in Caracas on January 5, 2026. (Photo: Marcelo Garcia/Miraflores Press Office/AFP)
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Firstpost06-01-2026, 12:52

Delcy Rodríguez Sworn In as Venezuela's Interim President Amid Maduro's Capture

  • Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as Venezuela's interim president after US forces captured Nicolás Maduro.
  • Opposition leader María Corina Machado called Rodríguez a "main ally and liaison with Russia, China, Iran," untrustworthy for investors.
  • Rodríguez took oath in National Assembly, expressing pain over Maduro's "kidnapping" but indicating cooperation with Washington.
  • Venezuelan parliament denounced Maduro's capture, supported Rodríguez, and reelected Jorge Rodriguez as speaker.
  • Thousands protested outside, demanding Maduro's release, while lawmakers chanted "Let's go Nico!" inside.

Why It Matters: Delcy Rodríguez assumes Venezuela's interim presidency following Maduro's capture, sparking opposition criticism.

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