How Venezuela Went from U.S. Ally to National Security Threat
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The US has reportedly removed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a military operation, with Delcy Rodríguez taking over as interim president, marking a significant shift in the country's leadership and potentially impacting regional dynamics.
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President Donald Trump’s crusade to topple Venezuela’s illegitimate President Nicolas Maduro, which culminated with his capture in a daring night raid by U.S. troops, started with a massive August 2025 naval buildup in the Caribbean. That escalated to airstrikes on suspected narcotics boats and the seizure of tankers transporting Venezuelan crude. After Maduro’s removal, Delcy Rodríguez, viewed as a regime moderate, replaced him as interim president. This unfolded after years of failed sanctions, broken promises and futile…
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Original article published by OilPrice.com on January 22, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.