The US military launched a raid and captured Maduro. Many countries condemned the US for launching an attack on Venezuela
According to reports, on the 3rd local time, the plane carrying Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife Flores, who were arrested by the US, arrived at the Stewart Air National Guard Base in New York.
In the early morning of the same day, the US military launched a raid on Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, and other places, capturing Maduro and his wife and transporting them to a warship by helicopter. After stopping at the US military base in Guantanamo, they boarded a plane and flew to New York. US media predicted that Maduro would "appear in court" at a court in New York City next week.
(The plane carrying Maduro arrived in New York, USA)
Trump posts photos of Maduro after his arrest
Claiming not to rule out a second strike
On the 3rd, local time, Trump posted a photo of Maduro on the USS Iwo Jima on his social media platform, "Truth Social". In the photo, Maduro is wearing handcuffs and his eyes are blindfolded with black cloth.
On the 3rd, local time, US President Trump held a press conference regarding the US military operations against Venezuela. Trump stated that the US military had utilized air, land, and sea forces in the operations, and initially believed that a second wave of operations was necessary, but it now appears that this may not be required. However, if necessary, the US is prepared to launch a second round of attacks. Trump also mentioned that large US oil companies would be allowed to enter Venezuela, investing billions of dollars to repair severely damaged infrastructure, especially oil infrastructure, and begin generating revenue. The US oil embargo against Venezuela remains fully in effect.
Venezuela sent a letter to the Security Council, proposing four demands
Public rally condemns US military aggression
On the 3rd, local time, Venezuelan Vice President Rodr\x{5ee5}guez made a statement regarding the US military action against Venezuela. Rodr\x{5ee5}guez stated that Venezuela had officially convened a meeting of the National Defense Commission, and the Commission solemnly demanded that the US immediately release Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife. Rodguez said that Maduro was the only legitimate president of Venezuela, and the country would never become a colony of any country.
On the 3rd, the Permanent Mission of Venezuela to the United Nations sent a letter to Abkar Dahir Osman, the current President of the United Nations Security Council and the Permanent Representative of Somalia to the United Nations, strongly condemning the "brutal, unreasonable, and unilateral" armed aggression launched by the United States against Venezuela, and proposing four demands, including the convening of an emergency meeting of the Security Council.
These four demands include urgently convening a meeting of the Security Council to discuss the aggressive behavior of the United States; strongly condemning the armed aggression of the United States against the Venezuelan people and government; demanding that the US military immediately cease armed attacks against Venezuela; and taking necessary measures to hold the US government accountable for its aggressive crimes.
On the 3rd, local time, Venezuelans from various parts of the country took to the streets to condemn the military aggression launched by the United States in the early morning and demanded the return of Venezuelan President Maduro, who was controlled by the United States and deported. In the capital city of Caracas, people gathered in front of the presidential palace, vowing to defend national sovereignty and resist the interference of American imperialism in Venezuela.
Many parties condemn the US attack on Venezuela
On the 3rd, local time, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres issued a statement through his spokesperson, expressing deep concern over the recent escalation of the situation in Venezuela. Guterres was deeply shocked by the recent escalation of the situation in Venezuela, especially the military actions taken by the United States in the country, which could have a worrying impact on the regional situation.
A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry responded to reporters' questions regarding the US military strikes against Venezuela. The spokesperson stated that China is deeply shocked by the US's blatant use of force against a sovereign state and its targeting of a country's president, and strongly condemns such actions. Such hegemonic behavior by the US seriously violates international law, infringes upon Venezuela's sovereignty, and threatens peace and security in Latin America and the Caribbean. China firmly opposes it.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU is closely monitoring the situation in Venezuela. The EU stands with the Venezuelan people and supports a peaceful and democratic transition. Any solution must respect international law and the United Nations Charter.
Brazilian President Lula stated through social media that the US bombing of Venezuelan territory and the arrest of its president have crossed an unacceptable line. "These actions seriously violate Venezuelan sovereignty and set an extremely dangerous precedent for the international community. Blatantly attacking other countries in violation of international law is the first step towards a violent, chaotic, and unstable world."
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov spoke with Venezuelan Vice President and Oil Minister Rodriguez by telephone, stating that Russia will continue to support Venezuela in safeguarding its national sovereignty and interests.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian posted on social media, stating that the military action to remove Venezuelan President Maduro violates the principle of non-use of force upon which international law is founded.