Archive · 4 Jan 2026
Venezuela VP Demands Proof of Life
Delcy Rodríguez is the Vice President of Venezuela.
After the US Delta Force took President Nicolás Maduro from Caracas, she appeared on state TV with other top officials.
She demanded that the US show proof that Maduro and his wife are alive and asked for their immediate release.
She also said that the US strikes killed many people, including government officials, soldiers, and regular citizens in several places.
This was the first time they were seen since the US operation.
The US claims that Maduro's rule has ended and that they will oversee a transition of power.
Meanwhile, India has expressed deep concern over the developments and called for a peaceful resolution through dialogue.
The US operation involved extensive planning and rehearsals, with over 15,000 troops deployed in the region.
The impact on global oil markets is expected to be minimal due to Venezuela's limited oil production capabilities.
Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's Vice President, appeared on state TV with Defense and Interior Ministers after US operation.
She demanded proof of life for President Nicolás Maduro and his wife from the US government.
Rodríguez accused US strikes of killing officials, troops, and civilians in Caracas, Miranda, Aragua, and La Guaira.
The US claims that Maduro's rule has ended and that they will oversee a transition of power in Venezuela.
India has expressed deep concern over the developments and called for a peaceful resolution through dialogue.
- Who
- Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's Vice President, and other top officials
- What
- Demands proof of life for President Nicolás Maduro and first lady after US operation
- When
- After US Delta Force operation, exact date not specified
- Where
- Venezuela (Caracas, Miranda, Aragua, La Guaira)
- Why
- To ensure the safety and immediate release of President Maduro and first lady, and to address the impact of US strikes
Venezuela Government
United States
Legitimacy of Maduro's Presidency
Venezuela Government
Delcy Rodríguez maintains that the arrest of Maduro does not nullify his presidency and that he remains the legitimate president of Venezuela.
United States
The US government, through President Donald Trump, claims that Maduro's rule has ended and that the US will oversee a transition of power in Venezuela.
Involvement of Israel
Venezuela Government
Delcy Rodríguez accused Israel of aiding the US operation, describing it as a 'Zionist attack' against Venezuela.
United States
The US and Israeli authorities have not commented on Rodríguez's accusations, and no evidence has been provided to support the claim.
- Name
- Delcy Rodríguez
- Role
- Vice President of Venezuela
- Event
- US Delta Force operation
- Demands
- Proof of life for Maduro and first lady
- Accusations
- Strikes killed officials, troops, civilians
- Locations Affected
- Caracas, Miranda, Aragua, La Guaira
- Broadcaster
- VTV (state broadcaster)
- Other Officials Present
- Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López, Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello
- Casualties
- At least 40 people killed, including military members and civilians
- US Troops Involved
- Over 15,000 US troops deployed in the region
- Indian Community in Venezuela
- Around 50 NRIs and 30 PIOs
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