Venezuela swears in interim president after defiant Maduro pleads not guilty in US court
Summary
Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, was sworn in following Nicolas Maduro's plea of not guilty to charges in a U.S. court. The U.S. claims to have detained Maduro lawfully, describing him as an illegitimate leader. Venezuela criticized the U.S. actions as an unjustified attack.Key Facts
- Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as interim president of Venezuela.
- Nicolas Maduro was arrested by U.S. forces and pleaded not guilty to charges including drug trafficking.
- The U.S. refers to Maduro as an illegitimate leader and claims the arrest was a legal operation.
- The UN Security Council held a meeting to discuss the situation in Venezuela.
- Thousands of Venezuelans demonstrated support for Maduro and Rodriguez during the swearing-in.
- President Trump stated the U.S. would help stabilize Venezuela and involve American oil companies.
- Rodriguez invited the U.S. to collaborate on development within international law.
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