World leaders have reacted to the United States capturing Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife and indicting them on drug-trafficking charges after a strike on Jan. 3.
Leaders in Argentina and Ecuador backed the U.S. operation.
World Leaders React to Maduro’s Capture After US Strikes
‘The EU has repeatedly stated that Mr Maduro lacks legitimacy and has defended a peaceful transition,’ EU foreign policy chief said.
Smoke rises from La Carlota airport after explosions and low-flying aircraft were heard in Caracas, Venezuela, on Jan. 3, 2026. Matias Delacroix/AP Photo
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