Trump: US to Run Venezuela After Maduro Capture
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United States — On Saturday U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and transported him, officials said; President Donald Trump announced that the United States will "run" Venezuela until a "safe, proper and judicious" transition occurs. Trump said U.S. oil companies would be allowed to enter to repair infrastructure and produce oil, and he warned other Venezuelan figures they could face similar action. U.S. officials said tankers seized under sanctions preceded the operation. The operation is under U.S. control while legal and diplomatic processes advance. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. 2019: United States imposes oil sanctions on Venezuela, restricting formal oil trade.
- 2. Late 2025: U.S. enforces sanctions and seizes at least two oil tankers tied to Venezuela.
- 3. Early 3 January 2026: U.S. military conducts operation capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
- 4. 3 January 2026: Maduro and his wife placed aboard a U.S. warship bound for New York to face charges.
- 5. 3 January 2026: President Trump holds press conference, announces U.S. will "run" Venezuela and permit U.S. oil firms to enter.
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