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U.S. President announced on the 3rd via social media that a “large-scale and successful attack” had been carried out in South American Venezuela. He also stated that “President Maduro and his wife have been captured and transported out of Venezuela by air.” The U.S. administration expressed its intention to try Mr. Maduro in a U.S. court. However, there are suspicions that the attack may be a violation, and there are concerns that the forceful removal of a leader through military power could deal a blow to the international order.

Prior to the social media post, around 2 a.m. local time on the 3rd (3 p.m. Japan time), multiple explosions and the sound of low-flying aircraft were reported in the area around Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, with power outages occurring in some areas.

The United States does not recognize the Maduro government as a legitimate administration and has continued airstrikes against vessels it designates as drug trafficking ships in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. While citing “counter-narcotics operations” as the reason, it has not provided sufficient evidence. In his social media post, the President explained that this operation was “conducted in coordination with U.S. law enforcement agencies.” However, directly attacking territory under Venezuelan sovereignty and proceeding to the point of detention is an act whose legitimacy under international law will be severely questioned.

The U.S. Attorney General stated on the 3rd via X (formerly Twitter) regarding the Maduro couple, who are charged by the U.S. with crimes including “narco-terrorism,” that they “will face severe punishment under U.S. justice in a U.S. court.”

On the morning of the 3rd, the President revealed to a U.S. broadcaster that Mr. Maduro was being transferred to New York, USA, and indicated the intention that the U.S. would be involved in deciding Venezuela’s next political system. Before the President announced Mr. Maduro’s capture, the Venezuelan administration issued a statement condemning “the U.S. military invasion” and had issued a nationwide alert.

According to reports, Venezuela’s Vice President told state television that the Venezuelan government could not locate Mr. Maduro and his wife and stated they “demand proof they are alive from the U.S. side.”

Caracas

Caracas is the capital and largest city of Venezuela, founded in 1567 by Spanish conquistador Diego de Losada. Historically a key colonial administrative center, it became the birthplace of South American independence leader Simón Bolívar and was the site of pivotal events in the early 19th-century struggle against Spanish rule. Today, it is a major metropolitan and cultural hub, though it faces significant modern economic and political challenges.

Venezuela

Venezuela is a South American country known for its diverse natural landscapes, including the Andes Mountains, the Amazon rainforest, and Angel Falls, the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall. Historically, it was a Spanish colony until the early 19th century, when it became a leading force in the independence movement led by Simón Bolívar, eventually emerging as one of the first sovereign nations in the region. Its modern cultural identity is a blend of Indigenous, African, and Spanish influences, reflected in its music, art, and traditions.

New York

New York City, originally a Dutch trading post called New Amsterdam in the 17th century, grew into a major colonial port under British rule. It later became a pivotal entry point for millions of immigrants in the 19th and 20th centuries, shaping its identity as a global financial, cultural, and commercial capital. Today, it is renowned for iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and its diverse, densely populated boroughs.

Caribbean

The Caribbean is a region of the Americas consisting of the Caribbean Sea, its islands, and surrounding coasts. Historically, it was inhabited by indigenous peoples like the Taíno before European colonization in the 15th century, which led to a complex history of plantation economies, the transatlantic slave trade, and the blending of African, European, and indigenous cultures. Today, it is renowned for its vibrant cultural expressions, including music, cuisine, and festivals, across numerous sovereign nations and territories.

Eastern Pacific

The “Eastern Pacific” is not a specific cultural site but a vast oceanic region. Historically, it has been a crucial corridor for exploration, trade, and migration, most notably for Spanish galleons during the colonial era. Its islands, like those of Polynesia, are home to ancient seafaring cultures that navigated its waters for thousands of years.