In a move shaking international norms, U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, transporting him to Brooklyn for trial. The operation – dubbed Absolute Resolve – has ignited fierce debates about sovereignty and power dynamics, with critics calling it a dangerous precedent in global diplomacy. 💥
From Courtroom to Battlefield
The unprecedented arrest of a sitting head of state without UN approval has drawn condemnation worldwide. China's Foreign Ministry expressed "grave concern", while Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected Washington's threats against neighboring nations as "illegitimate".
Domestic Law Goes Global
By framing this as a law enforcement action, analysts warn the U.S. risks turning its judicial system into a geopolitical weapon. With acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez now facing U.S. ultimatums, many question if this marks a return to colonial-era power plays. 🛑
Global Ripple Effects
Protests erupted in Caracas as experts predict long-term consequences: "When strong nations bypass international law, it gives license to others", noted one political scientist. The crisis highlights growing tensions between Western interventionism and multilateral governance frameworks.
