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U.S. Military Operation 'Absolute Resolve' Targets Venezuela, Captures Maduro

A large-scale U.S. military operation in Venezuela, involving extensive air power, was executed to...
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-01-03
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Positive Impacts (8)
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Venezuelan Sovereign & PDVSA Bonds
U.S. Defense Contractors
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Oilfield Services & Equipment
Negative Impacts (3)
Emerging-Market High-Yield Bond ETFs
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Latin America Equity ETFs (e.g., ILF)
Total impacts: 11 | Positive: 8 | Negative: 3
Event Overview

A large-scale U.S. military operation in Venezuela, involving extensive air power, was executed to capture a high-profile political figure. The mission, driven by legal and executive mandates, highlights the use of military force for political objectives, showcasing geopolitical tensions and strategic military capabilities.

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U.S. Military Operation in Venezuela Captures Maduro
2026-01-04 02:23

On January 3, at a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Cain, announced a military operation in Venezuela, codenamed 'Absolute Resolve.' The operation was initiated at the request of the Department of Justice and ordered by President Trump on January 2 at 10:46 PM EST. It involved over 150 aircraft, including bombers, fighters, and reconnaissance planes, from 20 bases across the hemisphere. The joint air force disabled Venezuelan air defenses, allowing helicopters to approach Caracas safely. The helicopters reached Maduro's residence at 1:01 AM on January 3, and by 2:01 AM, the capture team had entered and secured the area.

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