Trump Confirms Attacks: “Maduro Captured”
In a dramatic development, President Donald Trump confirmed a large-scale attack carried out by the United States on Venezuela and its leader, Nicolás Maduro. According to Trump, both Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have been captured and removed from the country.
Attack Details: Explosions Reported
On Saturday morning, multiple explosions were reported across various locations in Venezuela, with significant activity noted in the capital, Caracas. Indeed, there were reports of low-flying aircraft during the early hours, around 2 AM local time (7 AM in Poland), with footage circulating on social media.
U.S. Take on the Situation
- President Trump declared the operation a success on his Truth Social platform.
- He stated that the operation was supported by American law enforcement’s elite special forces.
- A press conference is scheduled for 11 AM local time at Mar-a-Lago, Florida.
During the announcement, Trump emphasized, “A new beginning for Venezuela. The tyrant is gone. Now, he will finally be held accountable for his crimes.”
Venezuelan Government’s Response
The Venezuelan government reacted strongly to these events. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez stated that they are unaware of Maduro and Flores’ whereabouts and demanded immediate confirmation of their safety. The situation escalated further following the reported attacks, with Maduro declaring a state of emergency in the country.
Background Context
In recent discussions, Maduro expressed his willingness to engage Washington regarding issues like drug trafficking, oil sales, and economic cooperation deals. However, the sudden military action has shifted the narrative significantly.
The Venezuelan leadership has accused the U.S. of attacking civilian and military installations, deepening the crisis between the two nations.
As events unfold, the world watches closely, anticipating the implications of this unprecedented situation for both Venezuela and U.S.-Latin America relations.
