A Historic Dawn – Early Hours of January 3, 2026
In a stunning and unprecedented military operation in the early hours of January 3, 2026, the United States launched a coordinated attack on Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in the capital city of Caracas. The strike described by U.S. leaders as a “large-scale mission” shocked the world and marked one of the most audacious geopolitical moves in recent history.
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Around 2:00 Am local time (VET), Caracas residents reported explosions, low- flying aircraft and sudden power outages as U.S. forces began Operation Absolute Resolve, a meticulously planned raid involving airstrikes and special operations troops.
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Operation Absolute Resolve: Months in the Making
According to U.S. military officials, the operation was not spontaneous it was the result of months of preparation, intelligence gathering, and rehearsal. Elite units, including Special Forces and aviation units, were strategically positioned in the Caribbean region ahead of time to facilitate the night time strike.
The mission began with disabling Venezuela’s military defenses and airspace before helicopters carrying U.S. forces inserted near Maduro’s fortified complex in Fort Tiuna, a major military base in Caracas. Despite coming under fire, the commandos pushed forward, locating and detaining the Venezuelan president and his wife.
How Maduro Was Seized
Once inside the compound, U.S. troops confronted heavy security and resistance from guards loyal to Maduro. But within minutes, the operation succeeded Maduro and Flores surrendered and were taken into custody without prolonged combat.
President Donald Trump, speaking later that day, confirmed the leadership’s capture and said they were flown out of Venezuela, reportedly first to the U.S. Navy ship USS Iwo Jima stationed offshore, and then transported to Now York where they will face justice under U.S. law.
Why the U.S. Took Action
The U.S. government has long accused Maduro of running Venezuela as a hub for international drug trafficking and corruption, with a federal indictment dating back several years alleging narco-terrorism and cocaine-trafficking conspiracies tied to his government. Maduro’s administration was also accused of working with criminal networks like the Cartel de los Soles.
U.S. authorities say Maduro’s capture aims to hold him accountable for these charges and to end his grip on power in Venezuela although critics argue the operation raises serious questions about sovereignty, international law, and presidential authority.
What This Means And What Comes Next
The capture of Nicola’s Maduro a sitting head of state represents a landmark event with far-reaching geopolitical and legal consequences.It not only shakes up the leadership of a major Latin American nation, but also challenges traditional rules about inyternational intervention.
As Maduro faces charges in a U.S. court, the political future of Venezuela remains uncertain. The world watches closely as events unflod and history is rewritten.
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