Washington, DC – US President Donald Trump described the US military operation in Venezuela as “extraordinary” and unprecedented, asserting that the world had not witnessed an attack of this scale and complexity since World War II. This came during a press conference he held in Washington following the announcement of the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, who were transferred to the United States to face justice.
Trump stated that the military operation followed a fierce confrontation with what he called a “fortress” within the capital, Caracas. He indicated that the planning and execution took considerable time and involved specialized units of the US military. He explained that the operation relied on the simultaneous use of air, land, and sea forces, and was part of a coordinated attack aimed at crippling Venezuelan military capabilities within a few hours.
The US president confirmed that the US military achieved all of its objectives without any American casualties. He stated that no military equipment was lost, calling it an “unprecedented military achievement.” He added that the operation clearly demonstrated the efficiency and capabilities of the US military in conducting complex operations, even in heavily fortified environments.
Regarding the situation in Venezuela, Trump declared that the United States seeks a safe, peaceful, and legal transition of power. He emphasized that the current US presence is solely for the purpose of facilitating the transition. He expressed his hope that the Venezuelan people will enjoy peace, justice, and freedom after years of political and economic crises.
Trump also revealed that Washington caused a power outage in Caracas during the operation. This was a technical measure intended to facilitate the arrest of Maduro and minimize risks. He indicated that the United States was prepared to conduct further operations inside Venezuela if necessary. However, the initial operation was executed entirely according to plan.
In closing, Trump announced that major American oil companies would enter Venezuela in the coming phase. He described this as part of rebuilding the energy sector and setting the country on a new path after the transition.
