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President Donald Trump confirmed a massive military strike on Venezuela this Saturday. He announced the capture of Nicolas Maduro and his wife during the raid. US special operations forces, known as Delta Force, conducted the successful mission. This major operation took place early Saturday morning in the South American nation. Maduro reportedly left the country under US custody shortly after his arrest. This event marks the first direct US intervention in the region since 1989. The US attack on Venezuela has fundamentally changed the political landscape of the Western Hemisphere.
Details of the Delta Force Raid
Trump shared the news via his Truth Social platform. He described the mission as a “large and successful attack.” CBS News reported that Delta Force operators executed the high-stakes capture. The Venezuelan government previously condemned the move as a “serious military invasion.” Before his arrest, Maduro declared a national state of emergency. Trump plans to hold a press conference in Florida later today. He will provide more details regarding Maduro’s current location and future status.
Chaos and Explosions in Caracas
Witnesses reported several large explosions in the capital city of Caracas. These blasts occurred around 2:00 a.m. local time on Saturday. Thick smoke rose over the city as military jets flew overhead. The US attack on Venezuela targeted multiple states, including Miranda and Aragua. Power outages hit several areas near a major airbase south of the capital. Reuters confirmed that the city remains in a state of high tension. The former government urged all political groups to begin a general mobilization.
A Shift in US Foreign Policy
This move signals a dramatic escalation in President Trump’s foreign policy strategy. He previously mentioned targeting drug cartels within Venezuelan borders. However, today’s operation represents a full-scale regime change effort. Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently labeled Venezuela a base for foreign terror groups. He specifically cited ties to Iran and Hezbollah as major security threats. Maduro often accused Trump of seeking control over Venezuela’s vast oil reserves. Recent naval operations in the Caribbean already resulted in over 100 casualties.
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