This is a basic, repetitive diet, often cold, designed more for survival than for comfort. The United States will govern Venezuela until a 'prudent transition' is carried out and will take control of the country's oil reserves as part of the new scenario. The operation not only ended Maduro's fraudulent mandate (2025-2031) but also changed history forever. Venezuela enters an unknown stage; it is not the end of the crisis, but the abrupt closure of a power that was thought to be untouchable. Ecuador restricted the entry of officials linked to the regime. The world reacted with support, warnings, and caution. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backed the operation and spoke of a 'transformation' in Latin America. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was direct: 'The United States knows how to deal with dictators.' Japan announced it would work to restore democracy in Venezuela. The OAS called for avoiding further escalation and betting on a peaceful solution. The UN recalled that Maduro must be held accountable for crimes against humanity. Venezuelans in Brooklyn celebrated with flags and tears in front of the federal prison. The operation to capture Maduro was carried out under the direct authorization of President Donald Trump. Vice President Delcy Rodriguez was ordered to assume the functions of the Executive on an interim basis. Historical allies—Cuba, Russia, China, and Iran—remained silent. Maduro will now face U.S. federal justice. His conditions of confinement are extremely strict: permanent surveillance, cold food, and limited access to sunlight and communication.
