Summary
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before the U.S. Senate about the operation to abduct Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Rubio defended the operation, citing Venezuela's strategic risk to the U.S. due to its ties with countries like Iran and Russia. He discussed the objectives of stabilizing Venezuela and avoiding a civil war.
Key Facts
- Marco Rubio is the U.S. Secretary of State and testified before the Senate.
- The hearing focused on the U.S. operation to abduct Nicolas Maduro from Venezuela.
- The operation has been criticized as a violation of international law.
- Rubio argued Venezuela poses a strategic risk due to its relations with countries like Iran and Russia.
- He outlined U.S. goals for Venezuela, including preventing civil war and stabilizing the oil industry.
- There was concern about the cost of the operation and military activities, estimated at $1 billion.
- President Trump continues to work with the current Venezuelan government led by Delcy Rodriguez.
- Senator Jeanne Shaheen highlighted concerns about the operation’s cost and its impact on American citizens.
