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Months in planning, over in two and a half hours: how the US snatched Maduro

The operation to capture the Venezuelan president and his wife involved at least 150 aircraft, months of surveillance – and reportedly a spy in the government

The Guardian - UK

‘They lied to our face’: Democrats decry Trump’s military raid on Venezuela

Lawmakers call US intervention and capture of Maduro ‘wildly illegal’ and say it lacked congressional approval

The Guardian - US

The Guardian view on the US seizure of Maduro: Trump has turned the world’s superpower into a rogue state

Editorial: The illegal abduction of Venezuela’s president, and threat to ‘run’ his country, is a dangerous act. Its repercussions will be felt far beyond the region

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Rubio says the U.S. doesn’t need Venezuelan oil but seeks to deny adversaries control over it—and doesn’t rule out occupying the country

"What we're not going to allow is for the oil industry in Venezuela to be controlled by adversaries of the United States."

Fortune

Venezuela strikes mapped: Where did US hit during operation to capture Maduro?

The airstrikes struck La Guaira Port and the Higuerote Airport in Miranda, according to the Institute for the Study of War

The Independent UK

Top Republicans backpedal from Trump claim that US will run Venezuela

Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends US capture of Maduro and says US has ‘leverage’ over country

The Guardian - US

Venezuela VP Accuses US of 'Oil Grab' After Maduro Seized in Shock Regime Change Strike

Delcy Rodriguez denounced US actions on state TV, claiming Washington seeks Venezuela's oil and natural resources through regime change.

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DOJ Redaction Deadline For Epstein Files Sparks 'Cover Up' Fears During US Military Raid In Venezuela

The US Department of Justice has failed to meet a statutory deadline to justify redactions in Jeffrey Epstein files, fueling allegations of a cover-up, at the same time President Trump's administration carried out a historic military operation in Venezuela to seize Nicolás Maduro.

International Business Times UK

Rubio dodges questions on Trump’s pardoning of drug trafficker after Maduro charges

Trump’s top diplomat can’t say who is in charge day-to-day of running Venezuela or when U.S. will hold elections as Trump promised

The Independent UK

Australia urges calm after US intervention in Venezuela

Venezuelans in Australia are concerned by the US military intervention in the oil-rich nation, as the Albanese government closely monitors the situation.

AAP

What is the Monroe Doctrine? Here’s how it has shaped U.S. foreign policy for two centuries, including Trump’s ouster of Maduro

It was intended to ward off European colonization or other interference in the Western Hemisphere. In return, the U.S. also agreed to stay out of European affairs.

Fortune

How Maduro’s capture went down – a military strategist explains what goes into a successful special op

The predawn seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Jan. 3, 2026 was a complicated affair. It was also, operationally, a resounding success for the U.S. military.

The Conversation

Who is Delcy Rodríguez, Maduro's No. 2 now leading Venezuela?

She's long been Maduro's fierce defender. Now she holds Venezuela's future.

Axios

Venezuela’s capital Caracas is unusually quiet with stores and gas stations closed, a day after Maduro was deposed by U.S.

A day before, lines wound through stores and outside gas stations as uncertain Venezuelans stocked up on goods in case turmoil broke out.

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The Guardian - UK

European leaders appear torn in face of new world order after Venezuela attack

Leaders try to focus on what comes next, as backing for ejection of Maduro mingles uncomfortably with voicing of support for international law

The Independent UK

Delcy Rodriguez: Who is the Maduro ally set to be sworn in as Venezuela’s new leader?

Delcy Rodriguez is the daughter of a revolutionary leader poised to take control of Venezuela after years spent climbing the ranks under Nicolas Maduro

International Business Times UK

Wall Street Targets Venezuela Oil And Infrastructure For Massive March Investment

Wall Street investment firms are exploring massive oil and infrastructure opportunities in Venezuela amid shifting sanctions and political developments.

International Business Times UK

UN Security Council Meets After US Strikes Venezuela as Guterres Warns of 'Dangerous Precedent'

UN Security Council meets Monday after US captured Venezuelan President Maduro, with UN chief warning of 'dangerous precedent'.

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If Venezuela becomes a major oil producer again, 'that could cement lower prices' long term and put pressure on Russia, analyst says

“There’s been a big benefit for Russia to see Venezuela’s oil industry collapse. And the reason is because they were a competitor on the global stage for that oil market.”

International Business Times UK

Peruvian Shamans Claim Trump Will Fall 'Gravely Ill' Following Accurate Maduro Vision

Peruvian shamans claimed US President Donald Trump will fall seriously ill in 2026 during a ritual prediction that also foresaw Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro's downfall.

The Independent UK

US military tried several times to extract Maduro – including on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, report says

Two earlier attempts were hampered due to the weather, according to a report

The Independent UK

Photos of Caracas the day after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

A tense calm held in Venezuela on Sunday, a day after President Nicolas Maduro was deposed and captured in an American military operation.

Fortune

Maduro is now in the U.S. to face criminal charges after deposed Venezuelan leader smiles while escorted by DEA agents

After arriving at a small airport in New York City's northern suburbs, Maduro was flown by helicopter to Manhattan.

International Business Times UK

Trump Sparks Outrage as 'Fortunate Son' Used as Hype Track for 'Tone-Deaf' Venezuela Raid Video

Donald Trump's use of Creedence Clearwater Revival's anti-war anthem 'Fortunate Son' during a US military raid on Venezuela sparked outrage, highlighting the song's message about draft-dodging elites and John Fogerty's cease-and-desist order against the president.

International Business Times UK

US Takes Over Venezuela, Is Greenland Next? Trump Inner Circle Posts Cryptic Note 'Soon'

Breaking military intervention in Venezuela leads to capture of President Nicolás Maduro and unprecedented US control claims; Trump ally's 'Greenland soon' post triggers diplomatic rebuke from Denmark amidst international legal concerns.

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