Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has sent a defiant message to his son, Maduro Guerra, through legal representatives, asserting his resolve while detained in the United States following a controversial military operation earlier this month. "We are well. I am a fighter," Maduro reportedly stated, according to his son, who addressed supporters of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela on January 10.
Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured on January 3 after U.S. forces conducted strikes in Caracas and three other cities, an action that sparked international criticism. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez reiterated the government's commitment to securing their return during a public event in Miranda state, emphasizing that "the Venezuelan people are in charge" and urging unity to preserve stability.
Maduro Guerra echoed his father's resilience, declaring that Chavismo—the political movement founded by Hugo Chávez—remains unified despite the crisis. Analysts suggest the situation could further strain U.S.-Venezuela relations, with regional leaders closely monitoring developments.
