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Petraeus Applauds Maduro's Arrest, Urges Caution in Venezuela

1/8/2026

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General David Petraeus, a retired U.S. Army counterinsurgency expert, said Nicolás Maduro's arrest satisfies him.
He described Maduro as a brutal dictator responsible for significant harm.
Petraeus discussed U.S. President Donald Trump's administration's approach to Venezuela, focusing on Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, a Maduro ally.
He noted uncertainty about working with the current Venezuelan government to avoid deploying U.S. troops.
Petraeus emphasized the situation shows U.S. military capabilities.

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General David Petraeus, a retired U.S. Army counterinsurgency expert, said Nicolás Maduro's arrest satisfies him.
He described Maduro as a brutal dictator responsible for significant harm.
Petraeus discussed U.S. President Donald Trump's administration's approach to Venezuela, focusing on Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, a Maduro ally.
He noted uncertainty about working with the current Venezuelan government to avoid deploying U.S. troops.
Petraeus emphasized the situation shows U.S. military capabilities.