NewKerala.com

Venezuela Vows to Bring Back Seized President Maduro Amid US Pressure

Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has vowed not to rest until President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are returned to the country after being seized by US forces. Rodriguez made the pledge at a community event, asserting there is no leadership uncertainty and calling for national unity. The US military operation on January 3, which captured Maduro, has drawn international condemnation. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claims Venezuela has begun releasing political prisoners in a "BIG WAY," crediting direct US action for the development.

Key Points: Venezuela Pledges Return of Seized Maduro, US Claims Prisoner Release

  • Acting president pledges to secure Maduro's return
  • US seized Maduro and wife in Jan 3 strikes
  • Rodriguez calls for national unity and stability
  • Trump claims US pressure led to prisoner releases
  • Operation drew worldwide condemnation
2 min read

Venezuelan acting president vows to realize return of Maduro, his wife

Acting President Delcy Rodriguez vows to secure Nicolas Maduro's return after US seizure, as Trump claims credit for Venezuela releasing political prisoners.

"There is no uncertainty here. The Venezuelan people are in charge, and there is a government, that of President Nicolas Maduro. - Delcy Rodriguez"

Caracas, Jan 11

Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez pledged to realize the return of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who were seized by the United States on January 3.

Speaking at a community event in Miranda state on Saturday, Rodriguez said there was no uncertainty about Venezuela's leadership or governing program, Xinhua news agency reported.

"There is no uncertainty here. The Venezuelan people are in charge, and there is a government, that of President Nicolas Maduro," she said, calling for unity to guarantee peace, stability and the country's future.

Rodriguez vowed not to rest "for a single minute" until Maduro and Flores return to Venezuela.

She noted that a year ago, she was sworn in alongside Maduro at the start of his third term, adding that "today, one year later, we are swearing for his freedom."

Rodriguez said national unity would be decisive in what she described as the effort to "rescue" Maduro, reaffirming that her government continues to implement the seven lines of action set by Maduro.

US forces carried out military strikes in Caracas and three other Venezuelan cities on January 3, an operation that led to the seizure of Maduro and Flores. The strikes have drawn worldwide condemnation and concern.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said Venezuela has begun releasing political prisoners, crediting direct US action for what he described as a major development and issuing a sharp warning to those being freed.

In a message posted on social media, Trump said the release process had begun "in a BIG WAY," framing it as a result of American intervention in Venezuela's internal affairs.

"Venezuela has started the process, in a BIG WAY, of releasing their political prisoners. Thank you!" Trump wrote.

The President directly linked the move to US involvement, suggesting the outcome would not have occurred without American pressure. "I hope those prisoners will remember how lucky they got that the USA came along and did what had to be done," he said.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

S
Sarah B
While the US action is extreme, let's not forget the reports of political prisoners and economic crisis in Venezuela under Maduro. The situation is complex. A foreign military strike is not the solution, but the internal suffering of the people is also a reality.
P
Priya S
Trump's tweet is so arrogant! "Thank you!" for what? For creating more instability? This reminds me of how powerful nations have always treated the global south. India should lead the call for dialogue and peaceful resolution, not military action.
V
Vikram M
The acting president's speech shows strong resolve. Whether one agrees with Maduro or not, the principle is key: a country's leadership is for its people to decide. US behaving like a global policeman again. Hope our MEA statement reflects this principle clearly.
R
Rohit P
World is getting more unstable. First one thing, then another. We have enough problems at home with economy and borders. But still, we must stand for international law. This sets a dangerous precedent. Imagine if someone did this to our PM? Unthinkable!
K
Kavya N
The human cost is what worries me. Military strikes in cities mean ordinary Venezuelans are suffering. Political games between governments, but common people pay the price. Hope there is a swift and peaceful resolution. 🙏

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50