U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Saturday, January 3, 2026, that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife had been captured by American forces and transported out of the country. The unverified assertion was made via a Truth Social post, where Trump stated: "The United States of America has successfully carried out a large scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro, who has been, along with his wife, captured and flown out of the country."
No official confirmation has been provided by the U.S. Department of Defense or Venezuelan authorities at this time. The claim comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Caracas, which have historically clashed over sanctions and governance issues. Analysts caution that the situation requires careful verification, given the lack of corroborating evidence from international observers.
This development, if substantiated, could significantly alter geopolitical dynamics in Latin America and impact global energy markets. KhabarAsia.com will continue monitoring this story as more details emerge.
