In the dark hours of January 2, 2026, following months of preparation and rehearsal, the US military, on the order of President Donald J. Trump, carried out a direct, precise, and extraordinary attack on Venezuela. The operation culminated not only in widespread destruction but also in the kidnapping of its president, Nicolás Maduro, who has now been deposed and replaced by Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, along with his wife, Cilia Flores.

The operation was carried out by Delta Force, the US military’s top special mission unit. President Maduro and the First Lady were then brought to New York for trial on charges of narco-terrorism and ruining American lives through it.

According to The New York Times, at least 40 people, including military personnel and civilians, lost their lives in the US strike on Venezuela.

At least seven explosions were reported, and low-flying choppers were seen in La Guairá, Higuerote, Meseta de Mamo, Baruta, El Hatillo, Charallave, and Carmen de Uria, areas mostly inside or near the capital city, Caracas. The strike reportedly followed multiple attacks on Venezuelan boats, which were accused by the US of smuggling narcotics for drug cartels. Visuals of those explosions have gone viral on social media, showcasing the havoc caused by the US military.

While talking about the military operation, US Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine confirmed that more than 150 aircraft, bombers, and assets from 20 different land and sea bases were involved in the operation.

According to Gen. Caine, the Delta Force came under fire during the operation, and one aircraft was even hit, but nothing significant occurred that could hamper the mission. President Maduro and his wife were taken into custody without any US fatalities.

In terms of preparedness, Operation Absolute Resolve was a brilliant military operation that showcased the sheer professionalism, coordination, and courage of the US military, for which they have been widely praised. However, it also shed light on America’s hypocrisy, its disregard for international law, and its double standards on the topic of national security.

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