Summary
A U.S. military operation in Venezuela, named "Absolute Resolve," led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. The RQ-170 Sentinel stealth drones may have been used in the operation, but there is no official confirmation. The drones are known for their stealth capabilities and are used for intelligence and surveillance missions.
Key Facts
- The operation took place in Venezuela and was called "Absolute Resolve."
- Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were captured during the mission.
- The RQ‑170 Sentinel is a stealthy, pilotless drone used by the U.S. Air Force for surveillance.
- The involvement of the RQ‑170 in this mission is not officially confirmed.
- The drone features a design that makes it hard to detect by radar.
- The RQ‑170 drones have previously been used in Afghanistan for intelligence missions.
- Photos suggest the RQ‑170 might have been in Latin America since December.
- The drone operates without giving off signals that could reveal its position.
