US President Donald Trump (right) said that Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been indicted on charges of drug trafficking and narco-terrorism conspiracies and will face trial. (AP/File)
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Maduro Jailed in US, Venezuela Gets Acting President; Trump Weighs Next Steps

  • Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores captured by US in Caracas, now in New York detention center.
  • Indicted on "drug trafficking and narco-terrorism conspiracies" charges; Maduro to appear in Manhattan federal court.
  • Venezuela's Supreme Court appointed Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as acting president after Maduro's removal.
  • US President Trump outlines plans for Venezuela, including stopping drug trafficking and returning US oil companies.
  • China demands Maduro's immediate release; UNSC to hold emergency meeting on US operation.

Why It Matters: US captures Venezuelan President Maduro for drug charges, sparking leadership change and international outcry.

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