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USA Venezuela's military backs vice president

SDA

4.1.2026 - 17:55

A soldier stands on an armored vehicle on the highway leading from the international airport to Caracas. Photo: Matias Delacroix/AP/dpa
A soldier stands on an armored vehicle on the highway leading from the international airport to Caracas. Photo: Matias Delacroix/AP/dpa
Keystone

The Venezuelan armed forces have recognized Vice President Delcy Rodríguez as temporary head of state. Following the capture of head of state Nicolás Maduro by US special forces, she is taking over the leadership of the country in accordance with the constitution, said Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino.

Keystone-SDA

04.01.2026, 17:55

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