U.S. launches military attack on Venezuela, Trump says Maduro captured and flown out of the country

United States has launched a series of military strikes in Venezuela, with President Donald Trump saying the operation resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his removal from the country.

Explosions were reported in parts of Caracas and surrounding areas early Saturday, accompanied by power outages and heightened security activity. U.S. officials said the strikes targeted key military and security installations as part of what Washington described as a decisive action against the Venezuelan leadership.

In a statement on Truth Social, Trump said Maduro was taken into custody during the operation and flown out of Venezuela. U.S. authorities have not released further details on his location or the circumstances surrounding the capture.

Venezuelan state media acknowledged the attacks but did not confirm Maduro’s capture. Senior officials loyal to the government accused the United States of violating Venezuela’s sovereignty and described the strikes as an act of aggression.

The U.S. action has drawn swift international reaction, with several governments calling for restraint and respect for international law. Regional leaders in Latin America expressed concern over the escalation, while global powers urged dialogue to prevent further instability.

Officials said the situation remains fluid, with developments expected as diplomatic and security responses continue to unfold.