A chilling claim has emerged from Venezuela: one hundred people are reported dead following a U.S. operation aimed at capturing President Nicolás Maduro. The announcement, made by Venezuela’s interior minister, Diosdado Cabello, paints a picture of intense conflict and significant loss of life.
The Venezuelan army has publicly released a list of 23 names, purportedly those of its fallen soldiers. This grim accounting underscores the severity of the clash, suggesting a far more substantial engagement than initially understood.
Adding another layer to the unfolding tragedy, Cuba’s official news outlet confirmed the deaths of 32 members of its armed forces. These Cuban troops were reportedly operating in Venezuela at the request of Maduro’s government, participating directly in the defense against the incursion.
Details are surfacing regarding injuries sustained by President Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Reports indicate Maduro suffered a leg injury during the operation, while Flores sustained a head injury, highlighting the direct danger faced by the presidential couple.
Venezuela has declared a week of national mourning, a solemn acknowledgment of the military personnel lost in the operation. This period of grief reflects the profound impact of the events on the nation’s armed forces and its people.
The operation, codenamed “Absolute Resolve,” was spearheaded by the U.S. Army’s elite Delta Force, landing in Caracas under a veil of secrecy. Its objective: to strike Venezuelan territory and apprehend Maduro and his wife.
While the mission was deemed successful in its primary goal, it came at a cost. Seven U.S. service members were injured during the operation, a testament to the fierce resistance encountered on the ground.
Fortunately, five of the injured American soldiers have already returned to duty, a sign of their resilience and the quality of medical care received. The remaining two are still recovering, but are reportedly progressing well.
Cuba’s government released the names, ranks, and ages of its fallen soldiers, framing their deaths as a consequence of “criminal acts of aggression and state terrorism” perpetrated by the United States. The statement emphasizes the fierce resistance offered by the Cuban forces.
The events have ignited a firestorm of controversy and raised serious questions about the scope and consequences of the operation. The conflicting reports and high death toll demand a thorough and transparent accounting of what transpired in Venezuela.
