In a dramatic turn of events early Saturday morning, the United States launched a military strike on Venezuela, resulting in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The operation, which involved explosions in the capital city of Caracas, has sent shockwaves around the world, eliciting a range of reactions from various stakeholders.
The U.S. strike on Venezuela and the subsequent capture of Maduro has been met with mixed responses globally. While Venezuelan immigrants in the U.S. celebrated the apprehension of Maduro, viewing it as a step towards potential political change in their home country, Venezuelan officials condemned the action, labeling it as a “kidnapping.” The world leaders have also started to react to the U.S. operation, with some expressing support for the move while others raising concerns about its legality and implications for international relations.
In the sports world, pro golfer Jhonattan Vegas weighed in on the situation after President Donald Trump ordered a “large scale strike” in Venezuela. The PGA Tour player’s comments added another dimension to the discourse surrounding the military action and its impact on various sectors beyond politics.
Domestically, Indiana lawmakers have also responded to the U.S. strike on Venezuela and the capture of Maduro, showcasing a diverse range of opinions within the political landscape. Some lawmakers expressed support for the operation, while others questioned its legality and potential consequences for U.S. foreign policy.
The capture of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela marks a significant development in the ongoing political turmoil in the South American country. The U.S. military intervention has raised questions about the future of Venezuela, the implications for regional stability, and the role of the United States in shaping global geopolitics.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential to monitor the evolving responses from various stakeholders and analyze the long-term impact of the U.S. strike on Venezuela. The capture of Maduro has the potential to reshape the political landscape in Venezuela and beyond, with far-reaching consequences for international relations and diplomatic norms.
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– BBC News: [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crmlz7r0zrxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss]
– CBS News: [https://www.cbsnews.com/video/world-reacts-to-us-strikes-on-venezuela-and-capture-of-nicols-maduro/]
– The Washington Times: [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/jan/3/venezuelan-immigrants-celebrate-us-capture-maduro/]
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– CBS News: [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/venezuelan-officials-condemn-maduro-capture-kidnapping-trump-delcy-rodriguez/]
– WISH-TV: [https://www.wishtv.com/news/politics/indiana-lawmakers-react-to-u-s-strike-on-venezuela-capture-of-maduro/]
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