In Santiago, Chile, Venezuelans erupted in celebration following the announcement by Donald Trump that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had been captured. The news spread quickly, bringing hope to many who have been longing for change in their homeland.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed significant concern over the development, stating he was “deeply alarmed” by the situation, reflecting the international community’s apprehension about the potential consequences.

Despite these reactions, the situation did not improve Maduro’s standing. His leadership has been under intense scrutiny, and this latest turn of events appears to have compounded his challenges.

Venezuela’s economy heavily relies on energy exports, which have been a crucial source of revenue. The nation’s oil exports, particularly to countries like China, have been a financial lifeline despite the global political tensions surrounding Maduro’s government.

In recent years, a significant portion of Venezuela’s oil has been exported to China, accounting for about 80% of its total oil exports. Trump mentioned that these sales will be allowed to continue, indicating a potential shift in international trade dynamics.

In recent years, about 80 per cent of Venezuela’s oil exports have gone to China. Trump has said it will allow sales to continue.

Tehran

Obviously, decapitating the Iranian regime would be a lot more challenging than what has occurred in Venezuela. Even the US military’s top units would struggle to find the Ayatollah and drag him from his bed.

Cheering from the sidelines is Israel, with key political figures urging Iran to “pay close attention” to what’s happening in Venezuela.

Havana

An interesting aside — many of the guards who protected Maduro were Cuban, as he’d grown to distrust his own personnel.

Copenhagen