A major U.S. military and intelligence operation was launched to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, involving elite troops from the U.S. Army’s Delta Force and a CIA team. This covert mission, which included replicating Maduro’s safe house down to the last detail, highlights the high stakes and meticulous planning behind the operation.
According to sources close to the operation, U.S. forces spent months planning and preparing, carefully studying the strong security measures surrounding Maduro’s fortified residence. The military teams created an exact replica of the safe house to simulate potential entry points, ensuring that the operation would be executed with precision.
The mission came in the wake of growing political instability in Venezuela and increasing international pressure on Maduro’s government, which has been accused of widespread corruption, human rights abuses, and the economic ruin of the country. The U.S. government had reportedly been working on the operation for years, gathering intelligence and setting up logistics for what was expected to be a high-risk and high-reward mission.
On January 3, 2026, explosions were reported in Caracas, suggesting that U.S. forces may have initiated the operation, though official confirmation has yet to be released. The operation has sparked global debate, with concerns about its impact on Venezuela’s already fragile political situation, as well as the broader geopolitical consequences.
