"Nicolas Maduro, who was captured in Caracas by US special forces on 3 January, faces a narco-terrorism indictment that could land him in federal prison for life."
"Maduro and Flores's arrest came after months of US pressure against him, including attacks on alleged narco boats that resulted in more than 100 deaths."
"With Maduro gone, the US got to work trying to rebuild links to the country's oil industry and forging ties with the now Maduro-less Venezuelan government."
Nicolas Maduro, the former Venezuelan president, appeared in a Manhattan court shackled and charged with narco-terrorism, potentially facing life imprisonment. His wife, Cilia Flores, is also charged. Their arrest followed US pressure and actions against alleged narco activities. The Trump administration's policies included seizing oil tankers and targeting narco boats. Demonstrators gathered outside the court, reflecting divided opinions on Maduro's capture. The couple's transition from power to incarceration highlights the rapid changes in Venezuela's political landscape.
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