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Venezuela: Protests in Caracas Demanding Maduro's Release – Slogans in the Sky with Drones

Published January 24, 2026, 06:09
Venezuela: Protests in Caracas Demanding Maduro's Release – Slogans in the Sky with Drones

Thousands of supporters of Nicolás Maduro demonstrated in Caracas, demanding his release and that of his wife, who were captured during a US military operation. The demonstration took place on the anniversary of the fall of the dictatorship of Marcos Pérez Jiménez. The interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, despite seeking closer ties with Washington, continues to demand the return of Maduro and his wife. Protesters emphasized that Venezuela's oil belongs to the country and that the US should pay for it. Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello assured that the interim president has the full support of the ruling party. During the demonstration, drones were used to display slogans in the sky, reinforcing the message of Maduro's supporters. The demonstration is an indication of the continued support for Maduro, despite his captivity and efforts for political change in Venezuela.