US Launches Attack on Venezuela Amid Maduro Capture Rumors
January 3, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US President Donald Trump has made a public statement regarding Venezuela, claiming that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been taken into custody and removed from the country.
According to Trump’s post on his Truth Social platform, Maduro and his wife are no longer in Venezuela. The details of this alleged event are not specified.
Trump’s statement is available online for viewing.
It has been reported that a US military operation was conducted in Venezuela earlier today. The exact nature and scope of the operation are currently unclear.
The situation in Venezuela continues to unfold, with ongoing developments and reports emerging from the country.
Source: Al Jazeera