Venezuela’s defense chief reports US operation killed Maduro’s security team

A US military operation in Venezuela resulted in the deaths of many members of President Nicolas Maduro’s security team, according to Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino, who condemned the actions as cold-blooded murder. President Donald Trump announced Maduro’s capture, accusing him of drug trafficking and election fraud, while Maduro remains in custody facing drug charges. Padrino called for the prompt release of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, and urged global attention to Venezuela’s sovereignty. Following the capture, the Supreme Court appointed Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as acting president.

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