Venezuelan president Maduro arrested on drug charges | 7NEWS

8 months ago The News Room

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Celia Flores have been detained in a US facility following their arrest on drug trafficking and weapons charges. The arrest occurred after military operations including explosions in Caracas and a raid on the presidential palace, with the couple now awaiting a court appearance in Manhattan. The action has sparked protests questioning US motives, criticism from Democrats and Venezuelan officials, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends the operation citing drug trafficking concerns and maintains a naval blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers.

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