How the operation to take out Venezuela's Maduro unfolded
Summary
President Donald Trump ordered a military operation that ended with the capture of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. The mission involved U.S. special forces and intelligence agencies and resulted in Maduro being taken into custody aboard a U.S. battleship.Key Facts
- President Trump gave the order for the operation on a Friday night.
- 150 U.S. aircraft participated, including helicopters, fighter jets, and drones.
- Special forces practiced on a replica of Maduro's home before the mission.
- The U.S. cut power in the area and took out air defenses during the raid.
- Maduro and his wife were captured without needing to breach a safe room.
- No U.S. troops died, but some were injured; Venezuelan casualties are unclear.
- Preparations involved CIA groundwork and knowledge of Maduro's habits.
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