Global Outcry as US Captures Venezuela's Maduro, Bombs Capital
Key Takeaways
- US launches large-scale strikes, captures Maduro, removes him from Venezuela.
- International leaders condemn the action and call for a democratic transition.
- Maduro and wife flown to the United States after capture.
Trump Bombs Venezuela, Captures Maduro
The United States launched "Operation Venezuela Dawn."
Trump proclaimed that the US had "captured" Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
The Pentagon claimed the strikes aimed to disrupt drug trafficking organizations.
US-Israeli Airstrikes Kill 555 Iranians
US-Israeli strikes hit Tehran’s Azadi Tower and main foreign ministry compound.
Iran’s military retook the nearby strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The Iranian Red Crescent reported at least 555 people killed across Iran.
CENTCOM Confirms Six US Killed
CENTCOM confirmed six US service members killed.
The deadliest strike hit a girls' school in Minab, killing at least 153.
Trump threatened to continue with ferocious, unyielding resolve.
Iran Retaliates on Multiple Fronts
Iran retaliated by launching missile strikes on Israel that killed 11 people.
Russia vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding a ceasefire.
Congressional Democrats demanded briefings.
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