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MNN US · January 4, 2026 · 1 min read

Venezuelan President Maduro taken into US custody in New York

What happened: Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured during US strikes and is now in custody in New York, as shown in recent video footage.

Why it matters:

  • This marks a significant development in US-Venezuela relations and international law enforcement.
  • It impacts Venezuelan politics and could influence diplomatic and security dynamics in the region.

MNN Take: The footage confirms Maduro's detention following US military action, highlighting ongoing tensions and enforcement efforts between the two nations.

Sources: BBC US & Canada