During a press conference in the United States, the President announced that the U.S. Armed Forces carried out a major military operation in Caracas, Venezuela, resulting in the capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The operation was described as highly precise and rapid, with no American soldiers killed and no equipment lost.
According to Trump’s speech, Maduro is considered an illegitimate dictator and the leader of a large criminal network involved in drug trafficking and terrorism, responsible for the flow of large amounts of drugs and violence into the United States. The U.S. government stated that Maduro and his wife have been indicted in New York and will face American justice.
The President declared that the United States will temporarily govern Venezuela until a safe, orderly, and honest transition can take place. The plan includes rebuilding the oil infrastructure with major American companies to generate revenue for the country, benefit the Venezuelan people, and compensate for damages caused to the United States.
He also emphasized that the U.S. is prepared for further military action if necessary and that no other country can carry out operations at this level. The government stated that its goal is peace, security, freedom, and justice for the people of Venezuela, including Venezuelans living in the United States.
Additionally, the speech sent a strong message to other countries and criminal groups: the United States will not tolerate threats against its sovereignty or its people. The President stated that the Western Hemisphere is now safer, the United States is stronger and more respected, and that Venezuela can become a stable and prosperous country under temporary U.S. supervision.