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U.S. detains Nicolás Maduro in bold Venezuela raid as protests erupt

A daring U.S. operation captures Maduro—but at what cost? Global backlash grows as cities prepare for more demonstrations this weekend.

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Demonstration in Hamburg - "USA out of Venezuela" - U.S. detains Nicolás Maduro in bold Venezuela raid as protests erupt

The United States has detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a raid on Venezuela. The operation took place early Saturday morning. Around 300 people assembled in Hamburg to oppose the U.S. military action. Many held signs with messages like 'U.S. out of Venezuela' and 'Venezuela concerns us all'. Police confirmed the protest stayed calm. Maduro's detention marks a major escalation in U.S.-Venezuela relations. His upcoming trial in New York will focus on allegations of drug trafficking. Meanwhile, opposition to the U.S. action continues, with further protests planned across German cities this weekend.

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