Trump, in a post on Truth Social and subsequent interview on "Fox & Friends," described Maduro's capture as a victory against a regime he labeled tyrannical, stating that Maduro is en route to New York aboard the USS Iwo Jima to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and weapons violations
President Donald Trump is currently holding a live press conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate, providing details on the overnight U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
The address, broadcast globally via multiple networks, comes hours after Trump announced the "large-scale strike" on social media, marking a significant escalation in U.S. efforts to dismantle what the administration calls a "narco-state."
In his initial remarks, Trump described watching the operation in real-time "like a television show," praising the U.S. forces for their execution with "speed and violence." He confirmed that Maduro and Flores are en route to New York aboard the USS Iwo Jima to face federal charges related to drug trafficking. Trump also noted minor U.S. injuries but no fatalities, calling the mission "amazing."
The operation has sparked international reactions, with allies like Argentina's President Javier Milei celebrating the move, while others, including Mexico and Brazil, have condemned it as a violation of sovereignty. As Trump speaks, global audiences are tuning in for insights on Venezuela's future governance, amid ongoing U.S. involvement.
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