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After the stunning success of ‘Absolute Resolve’, what next for the US and Venezuela?
In January 2026,美国总统唐纳德·特朗普兑现了他对委内瑞拉采取行动的威胁,这是他在新的一年中的第一个重大举措。...
Iran and China denounce US kidnapping of Maduro
Iran and China have condemned the United States for the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The U.S. special forces executed the operation by seizing Maduro from Caracas and bombing key ...
How the Ousting of Russian Ally Maduro Benefits Moscow
The article discusses how any change of power in Venezuela away from President Nicolás Maduro could actually benefit Russia despite Maduro's alignment with Moscow. It suggests that a new government po...
Erdogan under fire in Turkey for silence on Maduro capture
Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has criticized President Erdogan's muted response to the US military capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Ozel accused Erdogan of being afraid of US Pre...
As Trump focuses on U.S. backyard, Venezuela attack emboldens China
President Trump's emphasis on Latin America and potential intervention in Venezuela could inadvertently strengthen China’s influence in both the region and the Indo-Pacific area....
Trump bets on intimidation to force Venezuelan leaders into line
The United States faces challenges in its current plan against Venezuela, especially concerning President Trump's readiness and willingness to escalate military action....
Trump’s Venezuela regime change: the Iraq debacle all over again
The United States has deployed military forces to Venezuela with the aim of removing President Nicolás Maduro. This deployment mirrors past U.S. military interventions, such as in Iraq and Libya, wher...
Trump’s attack on Venezuela could change the world. Here’s how.
The article discusses how potential US intervention under President Trump’s leadership could significantly impact global and regional dynamics, especially concerning Venezuela. It features insights fr...
New York Times: Maduro Kidnapping Operation Began with Cyber Attack
According to reports by The New York Times, an attempt to kidnap Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro involved the initial use of a cyberattack as part of a larger operation designed to destabilize his...
Maduro arrives in US, Trump says operation will let US ‘run’ Venezuela
Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, stated that U.S. forces had prepared extensively for an operation aimed at Maduro's regime by studying it in detail over several months. This con...
US removal of Maduro has potential to reshape global oil market: analysts
Analysts suggest that if the United States were to seize control over Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, it would have significant implications for global oil markets. Possession of a nation with t...
Will Beijing look to US capture of Venezuela’s Maduro for lessons on Taiwan?
Chinese analysts are examining the recent operation by the U.S. Delta Force that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, considering its implications for potential operations rela...
Pentagon Says It Will Be Trump Who Decides Terms for Governing Venezuela
The Pentagon has stated that any decisions regarding the terms and conditions under which the United States would intervene or have a role in governing Venezuela will be made by President Donald Trump...
Neo-Colonialism: Trump Vows US Occupation of Venezuela: Oil Pays For Boots on Ground
Former U.S. President Donald Trump declared at a press conference his intention for the United States to occupy and manage Venezuela until a secure leadership transition is established. This statement...
‘Straddle the middle ground’: Europe’s hard choice over US attacks against Venezuela
European countries are facing a diplomatic dilemma as the United States Military conducts 'Operation Absolute Resolve' in Venezuela. This operation involves capturing and detaining President Nicolas M...
Trump Indicates US Capture Of Guaido Amid Strikes Censured By Moscow
President Trump made claims alleging that the United States captured Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido during military strikes against Venezuela, a statement which was condemned by Russia and o...
US to Control Venezuela? Pentagon Reveals Trump's Plan
The article discusses plans revealed by the US Department of Defense about potential involvement in Venezuela under former President Donald Trump's administration. It suggests a strategic move to infl...
Trump suggests US used cyberattacks to turn off lights in Venezuela during strikes
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States employed cyberattacks as part of a strategy during strikes in Venezuela aimed at disrupting power supplies, implying involvement...
US Claims Control over Venezuela after Arrest of Maduro, Spurring Global Tension
According to recent reports from sources within the Pentagon, the United States asserts it has taken control in Venezuela following the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro. This development is expected...
Zelenskyy Makes Veiled Reference to Putin Following Maduro's Capture
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine reportedly made an indirect reference to Russian President Vladimir Putin after Venezuelan opposition politician Leopoldo Lopez, who was previously aligned wit...
Hegseth says Trump will decide the terms for governing Venezuela
James Hegseth, an adviser close to former US President Donald Trump, asserts that Trump would be the one to determine the strategy and approach if he were to lead efforts in governing Venezuela. He su...
Zelenskyy Makes Indirect Reference to Putin After Maduro's Capture
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an indirect reference to Russian President Vladimir Putin following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by unknown actors, suggesting that t...
Caribbean holidaymakers stranded after US operation to seize Maduro halts flights
The US military's operation involving Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro led to operational disruptions affecting Caribbean air travel on Saturday and beyond. Flight operations over Venezuela ceased ...
World Leaders React Differently to Strikes in Venezuela
Recent military actions in Venezuela have drawn varied responses from world leaders. While some express deep concern about the impact and implications of these strikes, others support or 'salute' the ...
Former US Ambassador to Venezuela Reacts to U.S. Operation to Seize Nicolas Maduro
The former U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela commented on recent U.S. actions aimed at Nicolas Maduro, expressing views on the diplomatic and strategic implications of such operations. The ambassador highl...
Putin Should Take Note, Analysts Say, as Trump Strikes Maduro, Signals Frustration With Moscow
President Donald Trump's strong verbal critiques of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his military operation against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro are creating new doubts about the United States...
Trump snatches Maduro but leaves his regime in charge for now
President Donald Trump stated his intention for the U.S. to take control of Venezuela. However, there is significant uncertainty regarding the specifics and implications of this statement, with the Ma...
Mock house, CIA source and special forces: The U.S. operation to capture Maduro
Planning for a highly complex U.S. operation aimed at capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had been underway for months, involving extensive rehearsals with mock houses and the cooperation of...
Trump After Maduro's Capture: US Will Govern Venezuela Until Safe Transition
President Trump discusses the potential governance of Venezuela after capturing Nicolás Maduro, stating that the United States would oversee until a secure political transition takes place....
USA and Venezuela: Prosecutors Unveil New Charges Against Nicolas Maduro and His Inner Circle
The United States Department of Justice has released new charges against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his associates for corruption, drug trafficking, and terrorism....
Democrats Condemn Trump Venezuela Strikes, Maduro Capture
The article discusses reactions from Democratic officials condemning the alleged actions initiated by President Donald Trump concerning military strikes on Venezuela and plans for capturing Venezuelan...
We will run Venezuela, don't worry Colombia and Cuba: What Trump said on Maduro's capture
In an interview, former President Donald Trump commented on potential U.S. involvement in Venezuela if Nicolás Maduro were captured or removed from power. He asserted that the United States would mana...
US spy agencies contributed to operation that captured Maduro
The Central Intelligence Agency played a role in locating Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by contributing to an operation that included monitoring his electronic communications....
Trump: USA to Govern Venezuela Until a Safe, Rightful and Fair Transition
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States would continue its involvement in Venezuela until a safe, rightful, and fair transition of power occurs. This statement reflects continued U.S...
Trump's Decision to Overthrow Maduro Was the Right Move, But What Now?
The article discusses U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to support efforts aimed at removing Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro from power as a correct strategic move. However, it also raises quest...
Maduro Captured, Hemisphere Jolted
The article discusses hypothetical scenarios involving the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and its potential geopolitical impact across Latin America and beyond. It highlights how such ...
US prosecutors charge Maduro, along with his wife and son, with drug trafficking
The U.S. Justice Department has expanded charges against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, including his wife Cilia Flores and their eldest son Nicolás Maduro-Gleifrèz. The new allegations include ...
Israel's opposition leader urges Iran to 'pay close attention' to Venezuela
Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid urged Iran to pay attention to events in Venezuela after the US bombed and captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. This statement comes amid international co...
Commentary: Trump's Goal Was To Oust The President Of Venezuela
A commentary discussing former U.S. President Donald Trump’s intentions towards the leadership of Venezuela, suggesting that his aims included regime change and the removal of Venezuelan President Nic...
50 Million Dollars… Highest Bountied Head Before Arrest
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's bountied head has been set at 50 million dollars prior to his arrest, according to the article which highlights the significant value put on capturing him....
Maduro elusive on U.S. attack and says he is open to dialogue
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with the United States regarding drug trafficking, oil trade, and migration issues during an interview on state televisi...
CIA behind drone strike on ‘big facility’ in Venezuela: sources
Sources claim that the CIA orchestrated a recent drone attack targeting a docking area used by Venezuelan drug cartels, marking a significant escalation of U.S. efforts against President Nicolas Madur...
Trump says U.S. hit dock for Venezuela drug boats
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States conducted an attack on a docking station used by drug traffickers operating in Venezuela. This could signify the commencement of military o...
Trump hints at land attack against drug cartels in Venezuela
President Trump has suggested the possibility of a land-based military operation in Venezuela aimed at combating drug trafficking cartels. This statement raises concerns about potential U.S. involveme...
Iranian Mohajer-6 Drones Now Operating In Venezuela
Venezuela is operating Iranian-made Mohajer-6 drones capable of surveillance and attack missions. This development raises concerns about the potential for more problematic drone involvement from Iran ...
Putin to Trump: Let the bargaining begin
Russian President Vladimir Putin views the current situation in Venezuela positively from his perspective and is willing to engage in negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding mutual int...
Meeting at Vatican City Part of Failed Efforts to Exile Maduro Before US Raid
Efforts to persuade Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to go into exile before an attempted U.S.-backed raid were unsuccessful. One such attempt involved a meeting held in Vatican City but did not yi...
Trump declares US national emergency to protect Venezuela oil money
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at safeguarding funds derived from Venezuelan oil sales held within the United States, post-Maduro ousting. The move reflects a key strate...
U.S. Senate Advances Measure to Curb Trump’s Venezuela Campaign
The U.S. Senate has advanced a measure aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's ability to conduct military operations or sanctions against Venezuela without congressional approval. This procedural ...
Can the US ‘run’ Venezuela? Military force doesn’t equal legitimacy
An op-ed by Monica Duffy Toft discusses the potential consequences for the U.S. if it were to attempt governing Venezuela through military intervention. The author argues that such an action would cre...
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