Seven US service members injured in Venezuela raid to capture Maduro, official says

Seven US service members injured in Venezuela raid to capture Maduro, official says


"The fact that this extremely complex and grueling mission was successfully executed with so few injuries is a testament to the expertise of our joint warriors." Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Trump ordered the "apprehension mission" Friday night, and it involved 150 planes, including B-1 Lancer bombers and helicopters from 20 bases. At the same time, a U.S. cyber attack had rendered much of Caracas, Venezuela, powerless, leaving the city and its communication lines in the dark.


Published at: 2026-01-06 23:51:50

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