1 U.S. Soldier Captures Venezuela's President in First-Ever Direct Attack on South America

**1 U.S. Soldier Captures Venezuela's President in First-Ever Direct Attack on South America** U.S. forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a surprise military operation in Caracas, marking the first direct U.S. military attack on a South American nation in history [41064]. The operation, which took place on Saturday, resulted in the detention of Maduro, 63, and his wife. They have been taken to New York, where the president faces drug trafficking charges in court on Monday [41880]. President Donald Trump announced the capture, stating that the United States will run Venezuela's government but did not set a date for new elections [41460]. Trump also declared that "American dominance in the western hemisphere will never be questioned again" [41064]. The action has split Latin American governments. Reactions range from strong approval to sharp condemnation [47297]. Nations historically critical of Maduro, like Colombia and Brazil, have offered cautious support, while others, including Mexico and Bolivia, condemn the operation as a violation of international law and sovereignty [47297]. Despite their public disagreements, analysts say regional leaders share a private fear: the worry that their nation could be next [47126]. The operation sets a precedent for direct foreign intervention, and governments are conducting urgent internal reviews to assess their own vulnerability [47297]. The United Nations Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Monday at Venezuela's request to address the incident [41880]. Experts warn this aggressive move revives the "Monroe Doctrine," the long-standing U.S. policy opposing foreign powers in the Americas [41460]. The strike is expected to discourage Latin American nations from deepening ties with China, which has invested heavily in the region [41460]. Trump Orders First Direct US Military Attack on South America Venezuela's President Seized by U.S., Faces Court in New York U.S. Capture of Maduro Sends Shockwave Through Latin America U.S. Capture of Venezuela's Maduro Sends Shockwaves Through Latin America U.S. Captures Venezuela's Leader, Challenging China's Regional Reach