US Captures Nicolas Maduro 2026: Trump Vows to Take Control of Venezuelan Oil
US President Donald Trump announced the capture of Nicolas Maduro in a 2026 midnight raid. The US plans to manage Venezuelan oil and install a transition team, sparking global debate.
A midnight raid has ended a quarter-century of Chavismo. President Donald Trump announced on January 4, 2026, that US forces have successfully captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The operation marks a drastic escalation in US foreign policy, with Trump explicitly stating that the US will now take control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves.
The Aftermath of the Nicolas Maduro Capture
Video footage released by US authorities shows Maduro in custody following what Trump described as a 'dead of night' operation. The administration hasn't wasted any time outlining its next steps. A specialized 'team' from the US is reportedly being deployed to run the country's infrastructure and oversee the transition of power.
We've captured Maduro. The United States will now take the oil and ensure this country is run properly for the first time in decades.
Venezuelan Reactions: A Nation Divided
In Caracas, the mood is a complex cocktail of fear, joy, and hope. While many long-oppressed citizens celebrate the fall of the regime, others expressed deep concern over the presence of foreign forces and the future of their national sovereignty. According to reports from Al Jazeera, the uncertainty on the ground is palpable as the world watches the sudden collapse of the Maduro era.
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