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Venezuelans brace for uncertain future after Maduro arrest

Alvaro Algarra | Jorge Ruiz in Caracas, Venezuela
January 4, 2026

Following the capture of Nicolas Maduro by US forces, many Venezuelans have begun stockpiling food and other goods. The South American country faces an uncertain future after surprise US strikes on the capital, Caracas.

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Venezuela's capital, Caracas, woke to empty streets and closed gas stations after overnight US strikes.

Residents described massive explosions near the city's Fort Tiuna military complex.

Fearing shortages and power cuts in the aftermath of former leader Nicolas Maduro's capture by US forces, many Venezuelans are lining up at supermarkets to stockpile necessities.

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