At a Glance
- Nicolás Maduro captured in Caracas and taken to U.S. detention.
- He faces narco-terrorism, cocaine importation, and weapons charges.
- The United Nations warns the U.S. action is a dangerous precedent.
- Why it matters: The move sparks protests and international diplomatic tensions.
Nicolás Maduro was seized during a surprise military raid in Caracas and arrived in the United States Saturday night, where he is now held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. He faces multiple federal indictments and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. The U.S. action has prompted protests in New York and celebrations in South Florida, while the United Nations has called the move a dangerous precedent.
Capture and Detention
Maduro was taken during a surprise raid and transported to the U.S. on Saturday night. He is now in the Metropolitan Detention Center, the same facility that housed Jeffrey Epstein and Sean “Diddy” Combs.
- Narco-terrorism conspiracy
- Cocaine importation conspiracy
- Weapons offenses
- Court appearance: Monday noon in a lower Manhattan courtroom
International Reactions
Protesters gathered outside the detention center on Sunday to denounce U.S. intervention, while Venezuelans in South Florida celebrated Maduro’s capture.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated:
> “deeply alarmed by the recent escalation in Venezuela”
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres added:
> “constitute a dangerous precedent”
| Person | Role | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
| Nicolás Maduro | President of Venezuela | Captured, detained |
| Cilia Flores | First Lady | Detained |
| Edmundo González | Recognized 2024 election winner | Claims presidency |
| Delcy Rodríguez | Vice President | Acting leader |
These developments come as the United Nations Security Council prepares an emergency meeting to address the escalating crisis.
Key Takeaways
- Nicolás Maduro is now in U.S. detention after a Caracas raid.
- He faces charges and a Monday court appearance, while the UN warns the move is a dangerous precedent.
- The incident has sparked protests in New York and celebrations in South Florida, and has prompted a UN emergency meeting.
Maduro’s detention marks a pivotal moment in U.S.-Venezuelan relations, with global ramifications that may reshape the region’s political landscape.
