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The Arrest of Nicolás Maduro and Its Consequences in Venezuela

January 4, 2026

Venezuela is in shock following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. Donald Trump announced that American sovereignty will not be questioned again, while international reactions focus on the legality of this intervention. Maduro is being held in a detention center with poor living conditions. Hundreds of Venezuelans celebrate his arrest, while others worry about the uncertainty in their country. The situation remains tense as citizens scramble for basic necessities.