Global Tension Rises: US Formally Reveals Charges Against President Nicolás Maduro

The United States on Saturday announced drug trafficking and terrorism-related charges against Venezuela’s President, Nicolás Maduro, following what President Donald Trump described as a major military operation targeting the South American nation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi stated on X that Maduro and his wife—who Washington claims were removed from Venezuela by U.S. military forces—would soon face trial in the United States. She said the couple would “face the full force of American justice on American soil.”

Bondi noted that Maduro is already facing longstanding charges in a New York federal court, including allegations of narco-terrorism conspiracy and conspiracy to import cocaine into the United States.

Trump confirmed the development in a post on his Truth Social platform, claiming that U.S. forces had apprehended Maduro and transported him out of Venezuela.

“The United States of America has successfully conducted a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro, who, along with his wife, has been captured and flown out of the country,” Trump wrote.

He added that the operation was carried out in coordination with U.S. law enforcement agencies.

Trump also announced plans to provide further details during a press conference scheduled for 11:00 a.m. (1600 GMT) at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida.

The announcement came as Trump was nearing the conclusion of a two-week Christmas and New Year holiday at the resort.

Authorities have yet to release additional information regarding the charges or the circumstances surrounding the operation.