In a daring pre-dawn operation, U.S. special forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, amidst escalating political turmoil in Caracas, bringing them to face drug charges in the United States.
President Donald Trump declared that the U.S. would assume control of Venezuela, pledging to stabilize the nation and unlock its vast oil reserves for American markets, which sparked both hope and skepticism regarding its economic potential.
The operation has ignited fierce debates over the legality of U.S. intervention, with critics highlighting the risks of foreign entanglement and questioning the long-term viability of Trump's ambitious plans for revitalizing Venezuela's oil industry.
Responses from international leaders ranged from condemnation to expressions of willingness to cooperate, reflecting the complex geopolitical landscape reshaped by the U.S. military action.
Stock markets reacted positively, especially within the oil sector, as investors anticipated lucrative opportunities tied to the control of Venezuela’s oil resources following the dramatic shifts in power.
Amid reports of violence during the operation and significant fatalities among Venezuelan security forces, the event underscores the profound human cost of conflict and the ongoing instability facing the region.
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