The atmosphere is tense, with many feeling both hopeful and fearful. Markets and pharmacies are packed, seas of people stocking up.
Photos and videos taken from the Internet
In Catia Square and the Catia Market, west of Caracas, shops are selling products with their shutters down. There are more shops open than in the surrounding neighborhoods, where there are barely two or three shops open per street.
Some people are buying in bulk. The dollar is being sold for between 500 and 600 bolivars.
https://x.com/i/status/2007465118901076469
Apparently, Nicolás Maduro was indeed captured, according to statements from Trump. So far, there are no real photos of Maduro and his wife in US custody, although one image is circulating in the media, but it appears to be AI-generated.
This is the statement from Maria Corina Machado:
Venezuelans, the HOUR OF FREEDOM HAS ARRIVED!
Nicolás Maduro, starting today, faces international justice for the atrocious crimes committed against Venezuelans and against citizens of many other nations. Given his refusal to accept a negotiated solution, the United States government has fulfilled its promise to uphold the law.
The time has come for Popular Sovereignty and National Sovereignty to govern our country. We will restore order, free the political prisoners, build an exceptional country, and bring our children back home.
We have fought for years, we have given everything, and it has been worth it. What had to happen is happening.
This is the hour of the citizens. Those of us who risked everything for democracy on July 28th. Those of us who elected Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate President of Venezuela, who must immediately assume his constitutional mandate and be recognized as Commander-in-Chief of the National Armed Forces by all the officers and soldiers who comprise it
Today we are prepared to assert our mandate and take power. Let us remain vigilant, active, and organized until the Democratic Transition is realized. A transition that needs ALL of us.
To Venezuelans inside our country, be ready to implement what we will soon communicate to you through our official channels.
To Venezuelans abroad, we need you mobilized, activating the governments and citizens of the world and engaging them now in the great operation of building the new Venezuela.
In these decisive hours, receive all my strength, my confidence, and my affection. We all remain alert and in contact.
VENEZUELA WILL BE FREE!
We go hand in hand with God, until the end.
María Corina Machado January 3, 2026
The presidency legitimately belongs to Edmundo Gonzalez, as he won the 2024 elections, which were marred by electoral fraud. However, he fled Venezuela that same year with the permission of those in power. Maria Corina Machado is also out of the country; her escape was reportedly a story worthy of a novel (the most dramatic imaginable). This leaves Venezuela without any opposition leaders within its borders. From this perspective, the situation looks bleak.
The vice president appointed by Nicolás Maduro is Delcy Rodríguez (It is speculated that he is in Moscow), which means that in his absence, for Chavismo, she would be the new "leader".
It doesn't matter that Maduro and his wife have been taken away because the Rodriguez brothers ( Jorge Rodriguez and Delcy Rodríguez ) Padrino Lopez, and Diosdado Cabello are still free in Venezuela. They are extremely important figures, they are the regime.
There's a lot of speculation. Did they betray Maduro? Is that why there was no defense of what happened this morning? Or did Maduro negotiate and surrender? And was that little "bombing" just a show?
There are more questions than answers. The only certainty so far is that ordinary citizens are in danger. On one hand, armed groups are threatening anyone who celebrates Maduro's capture. Riots could break out; right now, there's no law that matters. Another possible scenario is that we'll be cornered and have basic services completely cut off, leaving markets closed and empty for a long time. I'm just outlining the worst-case scenarios. The reality right now is that everyone is sheltering at home, some are getting food, but everything is relatively calm; there's no chaos in the streets, apart from people looking for supplies.
A brief summary so far. I'll continue updating later.
this one?
I was just clarifying that when I wrote about the fake photo, I was referring to one that shows Nicolás Maduro between two US military personnel. I hadn't seen the photo in your comment; that's the only official image.
Social media is crazy right now; it lends itself to everything.
completely
Title Suggestion:
Unmasking the Narrative: The Attack on Venezuela as a Rehash of Old Imperialism for Oil and Hegemony
Main Body:
US foreign policy, particularly regarding Latin America, has always been defined by a fundamental paradox: the claim to promote democracy alongside repeated operations aimed at overthrowing governments that conflict with Washington's economic and strategic interests. The latest wave of provocations and military threats against Venezuela once again reveals this troubling face of global hegemony.
This operation is not merely a "security measure" or a "push to restore democracy," as often advertised by Western media; it is a clear attempt to reproduce the old imperialist scenario where economic interests are prioritized over the principles of international law.
1. Oil: The Driving Force Behind Intervention1. Oil: The Driving Force Behind Intervention
Venezuela, home to the world's largest proven oil reserves, has always been an attractive target for administrations seeking to guarantee a flow of cheap energy and control over global markets. The current Venezuelan government's policies, including the nationalization of key resources and a turn towards economic cooperation with actors like China and Russia, directly clash with the economic model favored by Washington. Any military action or intervention is less about the "Venezuelan people" and more about regaining control over this national wealth and solidifying the position of the US dollar in oil transactions.
2. A Flagrant Violation of National Sovereignty2. A Flagrant Violation of National Sovereignty
The most critical aspect of these maneuvers is the overt transgression of the fundamental principle of national sovereignty. Interference in the internal affairs of an independent nation, whether through crippling sanctions or the threat of direct military action (as suggested by reports referencing US official statements), is a clear breach of the UN Charter and the international order. This action exposes the West's double standards—where democracy is only respected when its outcomes align with the demands of major powers.
3. Geopolitical Consequences and Costs for the Region3. Geopolitical Consequences and Costs for the Region
The threat of military action near the US's geographical sphere of influence not only destabilizes Venezuela further but will have wide-ranging implications for all of Latin America. This move places regional governments in a difficult position and risks turning the area into a frontline for great power confrontation. In the end, the primary victims are the Venezuelan citizens who will bear the human and economic costs of these great power games.
Conclusion: Resisting the Propaganda
For astute analysts, the events in Venezuela are not just regional news; they are a vital case study on how global power operates in the 21st century. Our mission as analysts is to expose the hidden motives and provide commentary that shatters official propaganda, refocusing attention on the sovereignty of nations and economic justice. The potential attack on Venezuela is a historical repetition that must be critically examined and condemned.
The motives aren't hidden; in fact, they're more than clear and have been mentioned quite often. It's more obvious that the intervention is aimed at seizing resources than at guaranteeing the well-being of citizens. Politicians don't make decisions out of love for their fellow citizens.
I'm bored with the "Trump is bad, he wants oil" narrative. We all know that. He's not the only one. Venezuela hasn't owned its own resources for many years. I dare say this dictatorship made it easy for the United States to take over everything, using the excuse that human rights no longer exist here, along with the shortages, hyperinflation, and everything else we already know is wrong here. And as usual, they arrive like heroes, but everything has a price.
I don't know where you're from, I don't know what you've been through, but unfortunately, so far this intervention seems to be the best thing that has happened in Venezuela in 26 years.
We Venezuelans don't want our territory bombed, we don't want to be invaded, we don't want to be a colony, but I repeat, so far this seems like a better scenario than continuing to live in a communist dictatorship.
Venezuela is not a sovereign and democratic state. For years, the atrocities committed here have been denounced internationally, and the supposed authorities who could perhaps intervene legally DO NOTHING, THEY DO NOT HELP.
"It is the Venezuelan people who must take it upon themselves to remove the dictatorship." We have tried year after year, both by force and through elections. Nothing has worked because they have absolute control of the armed forces. It's too long and complex to explain if you don't live here, if you haven't lived under a dictatorship.
I understand that sentiment.
All I hope for the people is more freedom so you can rebuild and protect yourselves individually before the shackles of the IMF, as preferable as they may be compared to what you had, get put on too tightly over time.
Thanks for your post. There aren't many sources to get facts in times lime these.
It's hard to find reliable sources; the media reuses old videos and photos, or now they're just using AI to fix everything. It's annoying. Thanks for reading my post.
Can you contact family there?
Yes, thank God I'm in contact with my family. The phone lines are still working; so far everything is calm.
Thank you for sharing this overview of our country, Venezuela. I'm truly surprised by this; I honestly thought this would never happen. Venezuela must be free, and I hope life grants it to us.
President Trump has shown once again when he comes out and says something..... he means it. Maduro was given numerous offers to leave and didnt thus this happened.
The problem isn't just Maduro; the others must also step down, and until that happens, everything will remain the same.
I think the same as you @bief57 I think that if the mentality of Venezuelans doesn't change after this event, the country won't change.
Not sure if you saw the press conference but I took notes and posted them. Interested in what you think about them because it sounds like Trump wants to ensure that the country prospers.
#1402525
I celebrate the action of liberating our country Venezuela, but the interests that the United States has in my country are economic.
Glad you can acknowledge that US is not liberating Venezuela- USA is seizing Venezuela for its massive oil reserves.
USA is dictating to Venezuela that Venezuelas oil must be extracted by and supplied to US Big Oil, for the protit of USA, not China or any other nation of Venezuelas choice.
@Cje95 is a paid servant of US Imperialism.
Glad to see you still cannot read....
They.... they literally said the opposite of what you did.
Trump wants to resume the extraction of Venezuelas oil by US Big Oil because USA is running low and cannot win back Russia and Iran.
USA is an imperialist militarist rogue state.
Would you applaud a foreign government coming in and kidnapping President Trump on the grounds that he has breached international law on multiple occasions including this most recent invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of its president?
S I L E N C E ...
Sounds like Delcy Rodriguez is already working with the U.S. based on the speech from Trump. The idea of the U.S. making sure that the country is rebuilt I have some high hopes that things improve.
Maduro's stance has been that of an unstoppable dictator; the freedom of our country, Venezuela, is a reality, and we hope it will continue that way.
Trump wants Venezuela to be a US oil spigot.
Most of Latin America is subservient to US imperialism.
You cheer on Venezuela returning to the status of a banana republic?
Shhhhh dont tell him that his love China has been sucking them dry for underpriced oil for years now! It might hurt his feelings!
This is how stupid you are.... you are shaming someone from Venezuela... takes some next level stupid to come after people who suffered under an authoritative dictatorship/illegitimate regime
Granted we also know you are that level of stupid so way to continue to show a complete lack of knowledge on who you are talking to.
Many countries have governments that are not accepted by all citizens.
You presume to speak for all observers by claiming 'we also know'= arrogant troll.
Would you applaud a foreign government coming in and kidnapping President Trump on the grounds that he has breached international law on multiple occasions including this most recent invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of its president?
Your hypocrisy is extreme because your US Exceptionialism and arrogance blinds you to common decency and common sense.
This invasion is yet another example of USA breaching international law in the service of US imperialism and resource hegemony over the Americas.
He lost 86/87% of the vote aka he won 13 or 14%. You arent even in the realm. If he was so good I am pretty sure he would have more than 4 allies and that 1/3 of his population wouldnt have fled.
He wasnt their president and I want to say 5 countries in the world recognized him. So he wasnt a President he was an occupier.
It is beyond me that you continue to hammer home you are right when you dont live there and are not from there. You act like you know best when the people literally from there are saying that the guy was not the President and how bad everything was under the Regime.
You clearly do not actually care for people. If you did so you wouldnt ignore the peoples pleas.
Trump tried to prevent the transition of government when he lost the election.
Trump is a criminal within the US and internationally.
Lock him up.
That's what most of us want
You want Venezuelas immense oil wealth extracted by the USA with a few pennies thrown to Venezuelans as payment?
Ya know I think they, as someone who lives in Venezuela and knows what is going on, just doesn't want to be threatened by a corrupt regime...
Its pretty simple that this country went from one of the wealthiest countries in the Western Hemisphere to the worst humanitarian disasters outside of Syria in just a couple decades. The illegitimate regime clearly wasnt doing anything to fix or address these issues and were only making it worse on the everyday person.
Thanks for this update!! I really do hope the people of Venezuela are okay.
We're all right, thank God. It was a minor incident, but significant enough to cause some pressure. I'm intrigued by Trump's plan. Will he work hand in hand with the remaining criminals or with the exiled political leaders?
I watched his entire press conf and both he and Rubio said they have Rodriguez in the pocket. However, that's not what I saw right now in the press conference from... Rodriguez.
That is a great question!
Looking forward to reading your updates. Thanks for taking the time to write.
I'm keeping up with the news and the situation on the streets so I can give you a more realistic report. Thanks for reading my post.
are most people generally happy about this, or still too early to tell?
I think it's too early to tell, although there are many who support what's happening now. Incredibly, there are people who support this government, so for them it's barbaric.
always interesting that, no matter how fucked up an economy or country is, there is always a % that supports the leader, even when they're not directly benefiting
This may be obvious to some but I'm interested in whether the theory that this is about oil, China and Taiwan is true. China gets oil from V. China trying to annex Taiwan which Trump doesn't want. So this a way of applying economic leverage to China to back off. Thoughts?
Yes- USA and China are at war via proxy in Ukraine, Middle East and Latin America.
USA is desperate to show it can still exercise hegemony over the Americas- time will tell if it still can.
If USA can take Venezuela and start pumping its crude oil into US refineries USA might then take on Iran without too much disruption to global oil markets and prices.
The power projection of the nation state is just as important to the wealth of nations as free markets.
USA depends upon its military to support the petrodollar and ignores international law in the pursuit of global hegemony.
China is contesting that hegemony.
You're overcomplicating it. Maduro was a narcoterroist and got arrested. Venezuela as a nation has more sovereignty today than it had last month.
Exactly, thank you
You prefer Venezuela to be subservient to USA rather than China, then ok.
But do not pretend Venezuela is now a sovereign nation where the Venezuelan people will decide their future- it will be a tribute state to the USA.
See this is what you're not getting. Venezuela itself is happy to be our friend. Just because your communist tyranny has no real friends, doesn't mean other nations can't have healthy, equal relationships. You're like the bitter old spinster who thinks every woman that gets married fell for a scam.
Petrodollar hegemony is backed by the US military.
Nations USA has invaded -
(1) American Indian nations (1776 onwards, American Indian Genocide; 1803, Louisiana Purchase; 1844, Indians banned from east of the Mississippi; 1861 onwards, California genocide; 1890, Lakota Indians massacre), (2) Mexico (1836-1846; 1913; 1914-1918;
1923), (3) Nicaragua (1856-1857; 1894; 1896; 1898; 1899; 1907; 1910; 1912-1933; 1981-1990), (4) American forces deployed against Americans (1861-1865, Civil War; 1892; 1894; 1898; 1899-1901; 1901; 1914; 1915; 1920-1921; 1932; 1943; 1967; 1968; 1970; 1973; 1992; 2001), (5), Argentina (1890), (6), Chile (1891; 1973), (7) Haiti (1891; 1914-1934; 1994; 2004-2005), (8) Hawaii (1893-), (9) China (1895-1895; 1898-1900; 1911-1941; 1922-1927; 1927-1934; 1948-1949; 1951-1953; 1958), (10) Korea (1894-1896; 1904-1905; 1951-1953), (11) Panama (1895; 1901-1914; 1908; 1912; 1918-1920; 1925; 1958; 1964; 1989-), (12) Philippines (1898-1910; 1948-1954; 1989; 2002-), (13) Cuba (1898-1902; 1906-1909; 1912; 1917-1933; 1961; 1962), (14) Puerto Rico (1898-; 1950; ); (15) Guam (1898-), (16) Samoa (1899-), (17) Honduras (1903; 1907; 1911; 1912; 1919; 1924-1925; 1983-1989), (18) Dominican Republic (1903-1904; 1914; 1916-1924; 1965-1966), (19) Germany (1917-1918; 1941-1945; 1948; 1961), (20) Russia (1918-1922), (21) Yugoslavia (1919; 1946; 1992-1994; 1999), (22) Guatemala (1920; 1954; 1966-1967), (23) Turkey (1922), (24) El Salvador (1932; 1981-1992), (25) Italy (1941-1945); (26) Morocco (1941-1945), (27) France (1941-1945), (28) Algeria (1941-1945), (29) Tunisia (1941-1945), (30) Libya (1941-1945; 1981; 1986; 1989; 2011), (31) Egypt (1941-1945; 1956; 1967; 1973; 2013), (32) India (1941-1945), (33) Burma (1941-1945), (34) Micronesia (1941-1945), (35) Papua New Guinea (1941-1945), (36) Vanuatu (1941-1945), (37) Austria (1941-1945), (38) Hungary (1941-1945), (39) Japan (1941-1945), (40) Iran (1946; 1953; 1980; 1984; 1987-1988; ), (41) Uruguay (1947), (42) Greece (1947-1949), (43) Vietnam (1954; 1960-1975), (44) Lebanon (1958; 1982-1984), (45) Iraq (1958; 1963; 1990-1991; 1990-2003; 1998; 2003-2011), (46) Laos (1962-), (47) Indonesia (1965), (48) Cambodia (1969-1975; 1975), (49) Oman (1970), (50) Laos (1971-1973), (51) Angola (1976-1992), (52) Grenada (1983-1984), (53) Bolivia (1986; ), (54) Virgin Islands (1989), (55) Liberia (1990; 1997; 2003), (56) Saudi Arabia (1990-1991), (57) Kuwait (1991), (58) Somalia (1992-1994; 2006), (59) Bosnia (1993-), (60) Zaire (Congo) (1996-1997), (61) Albania (1997), (62) Sudan (1998), (63) Afghanistan (1998; 2001-), (64) Yemen (2000; 2002-), (65) Macedonia (2001), (66) Colombia (2002-), (67) Pakistan (2005-), (68) Syria (2008; 2011-), (69) Uganda (2011), (70) Mali (2013), (71) Niger (2013).
Here is a summary of post-1950 avoidable mortality/ 2005 population (both in millions, m) and expressed as a percentage (%) for each country occupied by the US in the post-1945 era. The asterisk () indicates a major occupation by more than one country in the post-WW2 era (thus, for example, the UK and the US have been major occupiers of Afghanistan , Iraq and Korea , leaving aside the many other minor participants in these conflicts). Data is also given for the US: US [8.455m/300.038m = 2.8%], Afghanistan [16.609m/25.971m = 64.0%], Cambodia* [5.852m/14.825m = 39.5%], Dominican Republic [0.806m/8.998m = 9.0%], Federated States of Micronesia [0.016m/0.111m = 14.4%], Greece* [0.027m/10.978m = 0.2%], Grenada* [0.018m/0.121m = 14.9%], Guam [0.005m/0.168m = 3.0%], Haiti* [4.089m/8.549m = 47.9%], Iraq* [5.283m/26.555m = 19.9%], Korea* [7.958m/71.058m = 11.2%], Laos* [2.653m/5.918m = 44.8%], Panama [0.172m/3.235m = 5.3%], Philippines [9.080m/82.809m = 11.0%], Puerto Rico [0.039m/3.915m = 1.0%], Somalia* [5.568m/10.742m = 51.8%], US Virgin Islands [0.003m/0.113m = 2.4%], Vietnam* [24.015m/83.585m = 28.7%], total = 82.193m/357.651m = 23.0%.
Thus in the period 1950-2005 there have been 82 million avoidable deaths from deprivation (avoidable mortality, excess deaths, excess mortality , deaths that did not have to happen) associated with countries occupied by the US in the post-1945 era.
What's backing the PRC's cheap organ transplants?
Thank you and I'm glad everything seems safe for the time being.
What was the extent of the bombings, as far as you can determine?
I'm not in Caracas, but it was a small incident; no innocent lives were lost and no major damage was done.
I have to say, even though I think the US is acting lawlessly (while having no care for Maduro nor personal stake in this matter), the effectiveness of its military continues to impress.
Kinda makes me want to spin up Metal Gear Solid 5
If this went as smoothly as it seems to have, it will be the most impressive operation I can recall.
The justice or prudence of the matter are more challenging to assess.
Libertarian statists cheering on US imperialism?
Glad to hear it
It's a relief, but I did see that people living nearby were evacuating.
Libertarian statists cheering on US imperialism?
The petrodollar is saturated in the blood of those murdered and tortured by US military industrial combine.
The wealth of nations is primarily determined by the power and strategy of governments.
Markets are subsidiary and subservient to nation state power projection in the creation of wealth and security.
Most libertarians are skeptical but have a low enough opinion of Maduro that they're not too bothered by it. I'm cheering it on because of a personal vendetta. 天無二日。
Is that not why you like statism? As long as my guy is in office, the opinion of the masses is irrelevant and I can abuse other people's money on a whim. It's great for some situations.
It's a typically ignorant and bad faith comment. I'm not at all cheering this on.
All I expressed was relief that someone I interact with somewhat regularly is safe.
Do you condemn the unlawful invasion of Venezuelas sovereignty and kidnapping of its president?
S I L E N C E . . .
I see zero condemnation of this blatant unlawful statist kidnapping and resource grab from the USA upon Venezuela from the 'Libertarian' regulars on SNs.
You are all closet statist hypocrits.
If you want a society where power comes the barrel of a gun, this is what it looks like. The PRC kidnaps random innocents every day and you want to get on your high horse about Maduro of all people?
Thanks for the update. Glad to hear the bombings didn't affect any innocent lives. Keep up posted.
Yes, this was a relief. I sincerely hope another attack isn't necessary and that these people surrender. That would be the best case scenario.
It is great to hear from you! Not sure if you were able to hear the speech from Trump and others but would love to hear what your thoughts were on that! I highlighted the key points in my opinion here #1402525.
Based on what Trump said it seems that VP Delcy Rodríguez is willing to play ball and is in contact with Sec. of State Rubio. Also since we used F-22's and B-1 Lancers that is highly likely why there was zero defense at the beginning.
A second wave is clearly on the table if the military steps out of line so thankfully I feel that citizens should be safe. This wasnt a smash and grab and the U.S. seems willing to make sure that security and prosperity occurs.
I couldn't watch the press conference; I'll look for it. I read something about him intending to negotiate with Delcy, but he didn't comment on the Maria Corina and Edmundo situation. I'll read your post. I don't agree with him continuing to negotiate with the people currently in power because it would leave Venezuela (its citizens) in the same precarious situation.
He said in the press conference that he did not think that Ms. Machado had enough national support to lead the country (no idea on if that is true or not). I look forward to hearing what you say! When I checked this morning to see if you had posted anything I saw you hadnt for a few days and was concerned.... Happy to hear from you and see you are in contact with your family!
Looks like the U.S. strikes were spot on for disrupting a defense. Happy they didnt take out the phone lines!
What a completely bullshit. Now that the claimed president of the Venezuela Corpe was captured by another corporation the individuals there could take advantage of this and take real freedom. But they prefer seeking for another authority, what a stupid.
The brutal reality of US hegemony over the Americas.
Many people like having nannies
Are you hearing something about civil war?
No, not at the moment.
apologies for not knowing but are the people of Venezuela generally in favour of US intervention
Honestly, at this point, when people have lost all hope because of all the horrors they've experienced, an intervention seems like a salvation. These are the opinions I've read.
Esto sonará antipático pero
Tendemos a pensar que EEUU lo hace por hacernos un favor.
Y …. No….
No tuvimos los buenos. Ia capacidades ni suerte. Queríamos que otro lo arreglara pero … el otro tiene su proyecto, su plan y su tarifa
Teoría que me compartieron:
La razón corta (la que nadie quiere oír)
Porque el poder real todavía lo tiene el chavismo armado, no la oposición civil.
Y en transiciones duras se negocia con quien puede apagar o prender el incendio, no con quien tiene razón moral.
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Ahora vamos por capas 👇
1️⃣ ¿Por qué Delcy Rodríguez sí está en la mesa?
Porque Delcy representa tres cosas que EE. UU. necesita ahora mismo:
1. Continuidad administrativa
• Ministerios, PDVSA, bancos, puertos.
• Sin eso, el país se paraliza en días.
2. Canal directo con el poder duro
• Militares, inteligencia, colectivos.
• Ella no manda, pero coordina.
3. Capacidad de entregar algo
• Información, desmovilización, firmas, órdenes.
👉 No es simpatía. Es utilidad.
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2️⃣ ¿Por qué María Corina Machado NO?
Aquí duele, pero es verdad:
• María Corina no controla armas
• No controla territorio
• No controla logística
• No puede garantizar que mañana no haya violencia
Y en una fase de choque, eso pesa más que:
• legitimidad,
• votos,
• apoyo popular.
Además (y esto es clave):
👉 Para el chavismo duro, ella es una amenaza existencial.
Meterla ahora bloquea cualquier negociación inmediata.
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3️⃣ ¿Y Edmundo González?
Edmundo es:
• un símbolo electoral,
• una figura de consenso civil,
• pero no es operador de poder.
Sirve para después, no para apagar el incendio.
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La lógica real (fría, pero constante)
Las transiciones siempre pasan por 3 fases:
🔥 FASE 1 – Control del caos
Se negocia con:
• los que tienen armas,
• los que pueden desatar violencia,
• los que saben dónde están las minas.
👉 Aquí entra Delcy. No por gusto.
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🧱 FASE 2 – Reacomodo del poder
Se empiezan a meter:
• civiles,
• técnicos,
• actores “aceptables”.
👉 Aquí podrían entrar Edmundo y otros.
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🗳️ FASE 3 – Legitimación
Ahí sí:
• elecciones,
• María Corina,
• narrativa democrática.
👉 Pero esto es al final, no al principio.
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El error emocional del venezolano
Creer que:
“Si cayó Maduro, ahora mandan los buenos”.
No.
Primero mandan los que pueden evitar que el país se queme.
Después, los que pueden gobernar.
Y al final, los que pueden representar.
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Ojo: esto NO significa que María Corina esté “fuera”
Significa:
• no es la carta para esta jugada
• es la carta para la siguiente
Meterla ahora sería como:
poner elecciones en medio de un incendio forestal.
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Mi lectura estratégica (y aquí pongo el pecho)
Si la transición avanza:
• María Corina no será la negociadora
• pero sí será la legitimadora
• y posiblemente la figura que capitalice políticamente después
Si la sacan del juego por completo, ahí sí hay alarma real.
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Te lo digo sin adornos
Hoy se habla con Delcy
Mañana se hablará con civiles
Pasado mañana con el país
La historia nunca empieza donde uno quiere.
Stay safe
Since Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro took power in 2013, the value of their currency has been devalued 99.9999999998% 🇻🇪
What used to buy a whole week of groceries for a family cannot even afford 1/100th of a pack of gum 🤯
Venezuela needs Bitcoin 🙌
Praying for all those who are impacted 🙏
People never learn. We all know this will end.
If Maduro is indeed in US custody the question becomes whether this is the beginning of a real dismantling of Chavismo or just a momentary disruption. Without a functioning opposition leadership inside the country the gap between potential change and actual change remains wide. International recognition of Edmundo González is one thing but in-country enforcement of his authority is another.
The risk is that this moment could collapse into either an internal power fight within the regime or a security vacuum that hurts ordinary citizens the most. The shortages and the quiet hoarding we are already seeing in Caracas are a sign that people expect instability. Markets and pharmacies filling with desperate buyers tell us the population is thinking in terms of survival not politics.
The outcome will depend less on who reads statements abroad and more on who has control of the military and the security forces in the next days. The next forty-eight hours will reveal whether this is a historic political turning point or another chapter in a long and exhausting struggle where the faces at the top change but the system itself remains untouched.
We should stop mentioning Edmundo now; he fled Venezuela, he's not a leader and has no authority. He took advantage of his moment like all politicians and now lives comfortably retired abroad.
Yes, everyone here is thinking about survival and waiting to see what will happen, fearing something worse and hoping this dictatorship will end. Personally, I won't be at peace until the entire group that controls the country is removed or completely removed. I don't see a power vacuum; it's still in the hands of the same people who have been in power for 26 years, and although it pains me to say it, they are very well organized. The military, police, and armed groups continue to intimidate anyone who opposes this government.
This feels less like a clean transition and more like a dangerous power vacuum, with ordinary people bearing the risk while the real power structures remain in place.
Yes, a little. For now, Delcy Rodríguez will be "directing" what happens, but only when the curtain rises.
I hope you are well and safe. We are waiting for your black and white photos.. 🙋
Not a word of opposition to this naked US imperialism from the Libertarians on SNs?
Maria Corina Machado is a US patsy puppet.
Like every pet 🐕, she has an owner.
Wow
This is nuts
Thanks you
Glad to hear
Thank you for this summary. It's good to read something from someone who is actually experiencing the reality of what's happening in Venezuela. My best wishes, and I hope all the Chavistas fall soon so you can truly shout "Freedom" from Venezuela.
Photo released by official sources👇
https://twiiit.com/i/status/2007465118901076469