In a dramatic turn of events, Nicolás Maduro, the Venezuelan president, has been captured by U.S. forces during a military operation in Venezuela, leading to widespread reactions domestically and internationally. Trump has stated that the U.S. will temporarily run Venezuela, a move that has sparked intense debate among lawmakers, with Democrats decrying the action as unjustified and illegal. The U.S. strikes have resulted in significant damage to military sites and raised alarms regarding potential repercussions in the region. Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene following the strikes, as exiled Venezuelans worldwide celebrate the ousting of Maduro. Meanwhile, Trump champions the operation, emphasizing plans for U.S. oil companies to invest billions in Venezuela post-Maduro, although critics question the legality and morality of the military action. The UN Security Council is set to convene to discuss the implications of this extraordinary situation.