Venezuela’s vice president demanded in a speech that the U.S. free Maduro and called him the country’s rightful leader. FUERTE TIUNA, CARACAS, VENEZUELA -- JANUARY 03, 2026: 02 -- Vantor satellite image shows an overview of the Fuerte Tiuna military complex and surrounding areas after strikes in Caracas. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks during a government-organized civic-military rally in Caracas, Venezuela, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. Smoke is seen over buildings after explosions and low-flying aircraft were heard on January 03, 2026 in Caracas, Venezuela. If you can hear us, we are here!”AdvertisementVenezuelans living in Argentina celebrate at the Obelisk in Buenos Aires on January 3, 2026, after US forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

Source: Huffington Post January 03, 2026 15:27 UTC