Venezuela’s Maduro Mobilizes 4.5 Million Militia Members

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Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro displays a chart with data alongside First Lady Cilia Flores and President of the National Assembly Jorge Rodríguez (L) at an event in Caracas, Venezuela, on July 28, 2025. Jesus Vargas/Getty Images

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has announced a “special security plan” to activate loyal militia forces around his country amid growing tensions with the United States.

Maduro’s official website stated on Aug. 18 that his call-up will mobilize around 4.5 million militia members across the South American country.