In a dramatic turn of events, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured by US forces in a large-scale military operation that has sparked global attention and debate. The operation, which took place following pre-dawn attacks on Caracas, has raised questions about its legality and implications for US-Venezuela relations.
According to an article by NDTV, Maduro had extended an olive branch to the US in his last interview before his capture, aired on New Year’s Day. In the interview, Maduro discussed the potential for reconciliation with the US, signaling a willingness to improve relations between the two countries. However, the subsequent capture of Maduro by US forces has added a new layer of complexity to the situation.
President Donald Trump’s remarks about the operation have also stirred controversy. As reported by Eastern Herald, Trump claimed that the killing of Maduro “could have happened” during the capture, raising concerns about the use of aggressive tactics in the operation. The potential implications of Trump’s statements on US foreign policy and international relations remain to be seen.
The capture of Maduro has not only had political ramifications but has also led to practical consequences. Internewscast Journal reported that the US military operation in Venezuela has sparked major travel chaos, with hundreds of flights being cancelled as a result. The disruption in travel highlights the far-reaching impact of the military action on various aspects of daily life.
The legality of the operation has also come under scrutiny, with experts debating whether Trump had the authority to capture Maduro. According to Times of India, Maduro faces terrorism and drug charges in New York, with the US accusing him of leading a narco-terrorist organization. The debate over the operation’s legality underscores the complex legal and ethical considerations involved in such military actions.
Overall, the capture of Maduro by US forces has generated diverse perspectives and raised important questions about international law, diplomacy, and the use of military force. As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential to closely monitor developments and consider the broader implications of this significant event.
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References:
1. NDTV: https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/us-venezuela-us-venezuela-strikes-trump-brother-country-nicolas-maduros-olive-branch-to-us-in-last-interview-before-capture-10248532
2. Eastern Herald: https://easternherald.com/2026/01/04/us-invasion-hypocrisy-trump-killing-maduro-venezuela-strikes/
3. Internewscast Journal: https://internewscast.com/news/au/us-military-action-in-venezuela-sparks-major-travel-chaos-hundreds-of-flights-cancelled/
4. Times of India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-strikes-in-venezuela-did-trump-have-authority-to-capture-maduro-what-the-law-says/articleshow/126330958.cms
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