Trump Says US Will ‘Run Venezuela’ After Seizing President Maduro in Military Assault

 Former US President Donald Trump has sparked global controversy after claiming that the United States has seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a military assault and will now “run Venezuela,” according to a BBC News report.

Speaking at a public event, Trump alleged that US forces had successfully captured President Maduro and his wife, describing the operation as a decisive action against what he called a “failed socialist dictatorship.” He claimed the move was necessary to restore democracy, stability, and economic order in Venezuela, a country that has faced years of political turmoil, sanctions, and economic collapse.

Trump did not provide detailed evidence to support his claims, and US government officials have not independently confirmed that such an operation has taken place. The White House and the Pentagon have remained cautious in their responses, while international observers have expressed serious concerns over the legality and potential consequences of any military intervention in Venezuela.

Venezuela’s government has strongly denied the claims, calling them “false and dangerous propaganda.” Officials in Caracas said President Maduro remains in control and warned that any foreign military action would be considered a violation of international law and national sovereignty.

Global reaction has been swift. Several countries and international organisations have urged calm, warning that military action could destabilise the region and worsen the humanitarian situation in Venezuela. Analysts say that even unverified statements of this nature can heighten tensions in Latin America and beyond.

The situation remains unclear, with many unanswered questions about what has actually occurred on the ground. BBC News reports that it is still working to verify the claims and assess their wider geopolitical implications.