Maduro was captured by ‘elite troops’ of the US army, says TV network

Aircraft are seen flying low during explosions in Caracas The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in the early hours of Saturday (3) was carried out by teams from Delta Force, an elite troop of the US army. The Delta Force information was given by CBS News, in the USA, which quotes an army officer. US President Donald Trump confirmed the capture in a social media post: “The United States of America successfully carried out a large-scale attack against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolás Maduro, captured, along with his wife, and removed from the country by air.” According to Trump, the action was carried out in conjunction with American security forces. The president did not say where Maduro and his wife were taken. Trump also stated that more details about the operation will be presented during a press conference scheduled for 1 pm Brasília time.

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