50 Venezuelan Soldiers Die in US Attempt to Capture Maduro

Venezuela’s Defence Ministry says 83 people in total killed in US attack to abduct President Nicolas Maduro.

Venezuela’s Defence Minister reported that 83 people, including 47 Venezuelan troops and 32 Cuban soldiers, were killed in a US raid on January 3 aimed at abducting President Nicolas Maduro. The attack resulted in over 112 injuries and prompted mourning in Venezuela, while Cuba held mass protests against the US. The raid involved bombings and the abduction of Maduro and his wife from their residence. US intelligence officials discussed economic collaboration with Venezuela amidst rising tensions.