Power Shift: U.S. Captures Venezuela's Maduro in Bold Move

The United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a daring overnight operation. U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to oversee a transition of power. The move has sparked controversy and reactions from around the world, with implications for U.S. foreign policy and Venezuelan stability.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 04-01-2026 04:10 IST | Created: 04-01-2026 04:10 IST
Power Shift: U.S. Captures Venezuela's Maduro in Bold Move
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The United States executed a startling political maneuver by detaining Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday. Announcing this unexpected capture, U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that America would temporarily govern Venezuela to ensure a stable transition. His declaration came amidst pledges of defiance from Venezuelan officials.

Maduro has been transported to upstate New York, sparking outrage and denunciations of 'kidnapping' from Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez. Trump's plans for Venezuela's future governance remain vague, despite claims the U.S. will control its oil resources, drawing critiques comparing it to past foreign invasions.

The international community is reacting strongly, with leaders in Latin America and beyond condemning the unilateral U.S. action. This bold move places further strain on U.S. foreign policy credibility, and critics argue that it could deepen American political divisions ahead of crucial elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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