This grab taken on January 3, 2026, from UGC footage released by Jose Abreu in his X account @Jabreu89, shows smoke billowing over Caracas after a series of explosions part of a US military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Madruo.- AFP
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Firstpost04-01-2026, 00:38

Trump: US to Run Venezuela, Tap Oil After Maduro's Capture; International Condemnation

  • US forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife in Caracas after airstrikes, with Trump announcing the US will run Venezuela and exploit its oil.
  • Trump stated the US would manage Venezuela for a "judicious transition," hinting at further military action and deploying US oil companies to fix infrastructure and sell oil.
  • Maduro and his wife are being taken to New York to face narcotics and terrorism charges, with Trump posting a picture of Maduro in custody.
  • Trump dismissed US-backed opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, suggesting cooperation with Maduro's deputy, Delcy Rodriguez, for the transition.
  • The United Nations, China, and France condemned the US action, with the UN chief expressing deep concern over international law violations.

Why It Matters: US takes control of Venezuela, captures Maduro, plans to exploit oil, facing global condemnation.

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