Maduro Captured, Trump Declares U.S. Will “Run Venezuela”: Sunday’s Geopolitical Soap Opera
On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the U.S. launched a major strike in Venezuela, capturing Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores. Donald Trump declared America will “run Venezuela for now,” sparking global debate. This article covers the timeline, fact-check, expert quotes, historical context, and implications for energy markets and Latin America.