US announces capture of Venezuelan President Maduro after military strike
epa12623275 People queue outside a store in Caracas, Venezuela, 03 January 2026. US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States has 'successfully captured' Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife following a series of large-scale military strikes on Caracas on 03 January 2026. The Venezuelan government has accused Washington of launching a wave of military attacks against civilian and military targets across the country early 03 January morning. EPA/RONALD PENA