During the US military operation to capture the now-ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, the EA-18G Growler aircraft played an important role. These advanced planes were key in disrupting Venezuela’s air defense systems, allowing US forces to operate more securely in the country’s airspace.

US Growler Jets Played Key Role in Operation to Capture Maduro 

Controversy has erupted after a leaked BBC memo reportedly instructed journalists not to use the word “kidnapped” when describing how Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was taken into US custody. Instead, the guidance suggests neutral terms such as “captured” or “seized” to describe the US military operation — a move that critics say sanitizes language and shields government actions from scrutiny.

BBC's Venezuela Coverage: Journalists Told to Avoid Saying US 'Kidnaped' Nicolas Maduro 

The US has confirmed strikes on Venezuela, with Caracas, Aragua and La Guaira among the locations hit, according to Venezuelan claims and local reports.

US launches attack on Venezuela: Which sites are attacked?

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US Growler Jets Played Key Role in Operation to Capture Maduro

BBC's Venezuela Coverage: Journalists Told to Avoid Saying US 'Kidnaped' Nicolas Maduro

US launches attack on Venezuela: Which sites are attacked?