
Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have been captured and flown out of Venezuela following a large-scale U.S. military strike in the country.
In a statement, Trump said the operation was carried out “in conjunction with U.S. law enforcement” and promised more details at a news conference scheduled for 11 a.m. at Mar-a-Lago.
The announcement comes amid reports of explosions and military activity across Caracas, with local authorities declaring a state of emergency. The Venezuelan government condemned the U.S. action as a violation of national sovereignty.
International reactions are beginning to emerge, with regional and global leaders closely monitoring the situation. Details of the operation, including the location of Maduro and the broader implications, remain unconfirmed pending further updates from U.S. officials.