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U.S. Indicts & Captures Venezuela's Maduro in Dramatic Military Operation

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the indictment of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife on serious federal charges including narco-terrorism conspiracy. The announcement followed a claim by former President Donald Trump that a U.S. military operation had successfully captured and removed Maduro from Venezuela. Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez confirmed the leaders were missing following reported explosions and a military operation in Caracas, demanding proof of life from the U.S. government. The operation, reportedly involving Delta Force and approved by Trump, marks a dramatic escalation in long-standing tensions between the U.S. and the Maduro regime.

Key Points: U.S. Captures Maduro, Indicts on Narco-Terrorism Charges

  • Maduro indicted on federal narco-terrorism charges
  • Captured in U.S. military operation
  • Trump announces mission on Truth Social
  • Venezuela demands proof of life
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Maduro will face 'full wrath' of American justice: US Attorney General

U.S. forces capture Venezuelan President Maduro. AG announces indictment for narco-terrorism as Trump claims credit for the dramatic operation.

Maduro will face 'full wrath' of American justice: US Attorney General
"They will soon face the full wrath of American justice on American soil... - U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi"

Washington, Jan 3

US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Saturday that Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have been indicted in the Southern District of New York a series of serious federal crimes linked to drug trafficking and terrorism.

Earlier in the day, US President Donald Trump claimed that the Venezuelan President and his wife have been "captured" and "flown out" of Caracas.

Taking to his social media platform 'Truth Social', Trump said, "The United States of America has successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolas Maduro, who has been, along with his wife, captured and flown out of the Country."

He mentioned that this operation was done in conjunction with US Law Enforcement, and further details will follow during a news conference at 11 am (local time) at Mar-a-Lago.

Attorney General Bondi said that Maduro has been charged with Narco-Terrorism Conspiracy, Cocaine Importation Conspiracy, Possession of Machineguns and Destructive Devices, and Conspiracy to Possess Machineguns and Destructive Devices against the United States.

"They will soon face the full wrath of American justice on American soil in American courts. On behalf of the entire US DOJ, I would like to thank President Trump for having the courage to demand accountability on behalf of the American People, and a huge thank you to our brave military who conducted the incredible and highly successful mission to capture these two alleged international narco traffickers," Bondi wrote on X.

Venezuela Vice President Delcy Rodríguez had said earlier on Saturday said that the whereabouts of Maduro and his wife are unknown following the US attacks in Caracas, Miranda, Aragua and La Guaira in the early hours of the morning, local time.

Leading Venezuelan daily El Nacional reported that Rodríguez, in a telephone interview with Venezolana de Television, demanded proof of life for Maduro and Flores from the US government.

"Delcy Rodríguez called on the population to become active in a civic-military fusion to defend the country," the newspaper reported.

Quoting sources consulted by Fox News, El Nacional reported that the nighttime US military operation involved a large deployment of Chinook helicopters and other special forces assets.

Several large explosions were heard early Saturday in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela.

The American media reported that Maduro was captured by a unit of the special and elite forces of the US Army's Delta Force.

"Administration sources indicated that Trump gave the green light to the military attacks a few days ago, after several months of increased US military presence off the Venezuelan coast and calls from the White House for Maduro to step down," reported El Nacional.

- IANS

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Priya S
Wow! This reads like a Hollywood movie plot. Delta Force capturing a president? 🇺🇸 The scale of this operation is unbelievable. But my heart goes out to the ordinary Venezuelan people caught in the middle. Hope there is minimal collateral damage and a swift, peaceful resolution.
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Rohit P
From an Indian perspective, this is concerning. We believe in sovereignty and non-interference. How would we feel if a foreign power did this to one of our leaders, regardless of the charges? The UN charter seems to be ignored here. The "full wrath of American justice" sounds more like vengeance.
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Sarah B
If the allegations of narco-terrorism are true, then Maduro deserves to face justice. Drug trafficking ruins countless lives globally. However, the announcement via Truth Social and the dramatic capture feels more like political theatre before an election. The process must be transparent.
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Vikram M
The Vice President is demanding "proof of life" – that's a chilling phrase. It reminds you of how unstable the situation must be on the ground. The call for a "civic-military fusion" means Venezuela could be heading for more internal conflict. A very volatile situation indeed.
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Karthik V
America's actions will have ripple effects in global oil markets and geopolitics. India has energy interests in the region. Our MEA must be watching this very closely and formulating a balanced response that protects our national interests while upholding international law. A delicate diplomatic dance ahead.

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