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U.S. Special Forces Oust Maduro in Controversial Film

1/23/2026

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Story summary

The film depicts a January 3, 2026 operation by United States special forces in Caracas that ousted Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuela's decline traces from its oil wealth to the 1989 Caracazo riots, Hugo Chávez's rise, and the 2002 coup attempt.
Under President Maduro, Venezuela faced deep economic collapse and mass exodus.
The film notes the ongoing influence of United States power in Latin America and the potential for further intervention.

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Story summary

The film depicts a January 3, 2026 operation by United States special forces in Caracas that ousted Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuela's decline traces from its oil wealth to the 1989 Caracazo riots, Hugo Chávez's rise, and the 2002 coup attempt.
Under President Maduro, Venezuela faced deep economic collapse and mass exodus.
The film notes the ongoing influence of United States power in Latin America and the potential for further intervention.