Americans in Venezuela should “leave the country immediately” as armed militias hunt for Trump fans, authorities have urged.


Americans at Risk as Armed Militias Search for US Citizens in Venezuela 

 Alert After Reports of Gangs Looking for Americans in Venezuela 

Following military action in Venezuela, the US has announced it will temporarily oversee the country until a “judicious transition” can take place. 


Venezuela Under Attack: 'US Will Temporarily Run Venezuela Until Judicious Transition' 

Operation Absolute Resolve emerged from months of careful planning despite public reassurances that the US did not seek regime change, Trump privately weighed the risks of escalation. Final authorization came just before Christmas, delayed slightly by weather conditions. 


Inside Trump’s High-Risk ‘Operation Absolute Resolve’: How Was Maduro’s Capture Planned & Executed 

US military strikes in Venezuela reportedly killed 40 people, according to the New York Times. The operation, part of escalating US–Venezuela tensions, has raised international concerns over humanitarian impact and regional stability.

US Attacks Venezuela: 40 Killed in US Strikes on Venezuela: NYT

Experts warn that the latest US move could escalate tensions and trigger wider global instability. Analysts caution that the decision may have far-reaching political, economic, and security implications across multiple regions.

US Attacks Venezuela: Experts Warn US Move Could Trigger Wider Global Instability

Global financial markets are bracing for potential price shifts after the reported capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.


US–Venezuela: Financial Markets Prepare for Price Changes Following Maduro Capture

US President Donald Trump announces plans to prosecute Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro following his capture.

US President Trump Announces Maduro Prosecution Plans

A CIA source embedded within the Venezuelan government played a key role in tracking President Nicolás Maduro, aiding the United States in his capture.


C.I.A. Source Inside Venezuelan Government Helped Track Maduro

The Trump administration outlines the intent behind “Operation Absolute Resolve,” a major US military action targeting Venezuela.

US Strikes Venezuela: Trump Administration's Intent Behind 'Op Absolute Resolve' 

Maduro's government immediately accused the US of attacking civilian and military installations. The Venezuelan government called it an "imperialist attack" and urged citizens to take to the streets.

Maduro Capture: How World Reacted To Venezuelan Leader Maduro's Capture By US Forces

WION BREAKING: First Video Shows Nicolas Maduro in US Custody

Trump, Top Aides Watch Live as US Captures Maduro


President Trump said Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were "captured and flown out of the Country" early Saturday morning amid a "large scale strike" by the U.S. 

US Attacks Venezuela | FBI Escorts Maduro & his Wife in New York

President Donald Trump said the U.S. is "going to run" Venezuela until a safe transition of power can take place and the U.S. will have a "partnership" with Venezuela's oil industry.

US Attacks Venezuela: Trump Says Cabinet will Oversee Venezuela, Vows to Tap into 'Oil' 

President Trump said Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were "captured and flown out of the Country" early Saturday morning amid a "large scale strike" by the U.S. 


US Attacks Venezuela | US: Maduro Captured & Flown Out of the Country

US President Donald Trump said Saturday that Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was captured from a highly guarded "fortress", adding that no Americans were killed in the operation. "He was in a fortress," Trump told Fox News in a telephone interview. "You know, that we had nobody killed was amazing," he said, adding that a "couple of guys were hit, but they came back and they're supposed to be in pretty good shape."

How Long Was The US Planning It Strikes on Caracas?

The United States hit Venezuela with a "large-scale strike" early Saturday and said its president had been captured and flown out of the country after months of intense pressure on Nicolás Maduro's government — an extraordinary nighttime operation announced by President Donald Trump on social media hours after the attack.

US Attacks Venezuela: Airstrikes Preceded Rapid Assault on Maduro's Fortified Compound 

Venezuela’s Supreme Court has appointed Delcy Rodriguez as interim president, marking a major political shift in the country. 

WION BREAKING : Delcy Rodriguez Appointed Interim President of Venezuela | Venezuela Crisis 

Captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Arrives in New York City

New Image Shows Handcuffed Maduro Signalling Thumbs-Up in New York

US President Donald Trump says the US has carried out "large scale strike against Venezuela" and "captured its leader, President Nicolas Maduro" and his wife. Earlier to this, loud explosions, accompanied by sounds resembling aircraft flyovers, were heard in Caracas around 2:00 am (0600 GMT) Saturday, an AFP journalist reported. The explosions come as US President Donald Trump, who has deployed a navy task force to the Caribbean, raised the possibility of ground strikes against Venezuela. Join us live to know more on this!

US Strikes Venezuela LIVE: Trump Says US Has 'Captured' Venezuelan President Maduro & His Wife

Colombian President Gustavo President reacted to reports of explosions in Caracas,  calling for UN to convene immediately. Petro's reaction came as blasts were heard across Caracas and low-flying aircraft were spotted in Caracas' skies. Watch the video for more. 