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Protests Erupt Over U.S. Operation Against Maduro Moros

1/7/2026

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Protests Against Maduro's Arrest

Protests in Knoxville and Indianapolis oppose a U.S. operation in Venezuela that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro Moros.
Some Venezuelans celebrate Maduro Moros's arrest as justice against a regime accused of rights violations.
The U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration says the operation targets narco-terrorism.
Legal experts warn it may violate international law.

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Protesters Oppose U.S. Actions

Protesters organized by the Birmingham chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America and allied groups gathered to oppose U.S. military actions in Venezuela.
They link U.S. involvement to control over Venezuelan oil resources.
They argue that the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump contradict his stated goal of combating drug trafficking.
They call for withdrawing U.S. military forces and for Congress to deny funding for military operations in Venezuela.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. intervention in Venezuela in 1902, aimed at collecting debts, marked a significant assertion of American influence in Latin America, leading to a naval blockade that impacted trade. This historical precedent resonates today as protests against U.S. military actions highlight concerns over oil interests and sovereignty, suggesting a persistent cycle of intervention and resistance in Venezuelan politics.

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Protests Against Maduro's Arrest

Protests in Knoxville and Indianapolis oppose a U.S. operation in Venezuela that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro Moros.
Some Venezuelans celebrate Maduro Moros's arrest as justice against a regime accused of rights violations.
The U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration says the operation targets narco-terrorism.
Legal experts warn it may violate international law.

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