Venezuela's Military Backs New Leader After Maduro's Capture

Venezuela's defense minister has publicly recognized Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as the country's acting leader. This follows the reported abduction of President Nicolas Maduro by the United States. The military's support came after Venezuela's Supreme Court appointed Rodriguez. The court ruling grants her the powers of president for 90 days. Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino Lopez stated the armed forces would defend the "constitutional order." His announcement signals the military's alignment with the new acting president during this crisis. The U.S. has not commented on the reported capture of Maduro. The situation creates major uncertainty for the South American nation.