Fire at Fuerte Tiuna, Venezuela's largest military complex, is seen from a distance after a series of explosions in Caracas on January 3, 2026. (Photo: STR/AFP)
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Firstpost05-01-2026, 21:15

Maduro Captured: Secret Deal Suspected as Venezuelan Military Offers No Resistance

  • US Delta Force captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in Caracas during a blackout with minimal casualties.
  • Experts, including Brigadier (Retired) Anil Raman, suggest a secret deal between the Trump administration and Venezuelan military elements.
  • Minimal resistance from Venezuela's military, despite its capabilities like 5,000 Igla systems, points to "intentional self-restraint."
  • Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, now interim leader, and her brother Jorge reportedly negotiated with the Trump administration.
  • The deal likely involved the Rodriguez siblings bringing the military to their side, enabling Maduro's capture instead of his planned resignation.

Why It Matters: Maduro's capture suggests a secret deal between the Trump administration and Venezuelan military factions.

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