- Associated Press reported on the situation in Venezuela on May 28, 2026.
- Officers in Venezuela were accused of plotting against Nicolas Maduro, while monitors tracked the status of political prisoners.
- Leaks published on May 27, 2026, detail a U.S. raid in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
US holds Venezuelan assets and imposes sanctions following the abduction of Nicolás Maduro.
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US holds Venezuelan assets and imposes sanctions following the abduction of Nicolás Maduro.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- US forces kidnapped President Maduro and his wife, targeting Venezuelan infrastructure, while Bolivar issued a warning.Sub-event
- US special forces abducted Nicolás Maduro from Caracas on August 1, 2026, and flew him to Brooklyn.Sub-event
- US-led sanctions are causing suffering in Venezuela, leading to the Bank of England withholding gold reserves, while Richard Burgon urges their release.Sub-event
US freezes Venezuelan assets and uses sanctions to restrict relief efforts after Maduro's abduction.1 source
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Nicolás Maduro
President of Venezuela 2013 to 2026
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Venezuela
Country in Latin America
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- The successful removal of Nicolás Maduro and the subsequent reemergence of Venezuela on 2022-02-01.
- Maduro was captured in a US operation on September 1, 2026. Trump is planning to meet Delcy Rodríguez next week regarding the fallout.
- US forces captured Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, leading to an ICC investigation into potential crimes against humanity.
- A surprise US military raid succeeded, leading to discussions about oil stakes in Venezuela's reserves.
- Political and military figures are betting on future actions and speeches concerning Venezuela's political landscape.